England's Record-Breaking Test Feats Against Pakistan at Multan
During the first Test's fourth day at Multan, England's Harry Brook and Joe Root accomplished a record-breaking 454-run partnership, eclipsing a longstanding English record. England declared at 823/7, outscoring Pakistan's 556, showcasing a series of historic achievements, including Root's milestones and Brook's triple century.
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In a historic display of cricket excellence, England stole the limelight on the fourth day of the first Test against Pakistan at Multan. The standout performance was led by batters Harry Brook and Joe Root, who shattered a 67-year-old record with a remarkable 454-run partnership, setting a new benchmark for an English pair.
England's first innings saw them amass an impressive 823/7 declared, surpassing Pakistan's total of 556. This remarkable feat on a batting-friendly pitch marked the fourth-highest Test total ever and the highest by a visiting team in Pakistan, exceeding the previous record set by India in 2004.
Root, with his sterling knock of 262 off 375 balls, notched up personal milestones, becoming the first England player to score 20,000 international runs. Meanwhile, Brook's rapid-fire 317 in 322 balls contributed to England's swift run rate of 5.48, the highest for a 700-plus Test total.
(With inputs from agencies.)