England has etched its name in the annals of Test cricket history by posting the fourth-highest team total ever, amassing 823 for 7 in the first Test against Pakistan in Multan on October 9, 2024. This monumental innings was powered by a triple century from Harry Brook and a double century from Joe Root, making it a historic day for English cricket.
Harry Brook‘s Triple Century
Harry Brook, the 25-year-old right-hander, became only the sixth Englishman to score a triple century in Test cricket. His innings of 317 off 322 balls was the second-fastest triple century in Test history, only behind Virender Sehwag’s 278-ball triple ton against South Africa in 2008. Brook’s knock included 28 fours and three sixes, and he looked set to go even further before being dismissed.
Joe Root’s Double Century
Joe Root, the experienced England captain, played a crucial role in the record-breaking innings, scoring 262 runs off 372 balls. His partnership with Brook was particularly significant, as the duo put on a record-breaking 454-run stand for the fourth wicket. This partnership is the highest-ever for England in Test cricket and the fourth-highest in Test history.
England’s Innings
England resumed the day at 658/3 and continued to pile on the runs, eventually declaring at 823 for 7. This total surpassed England’s previous highest team score in Test cricket, which was 799 for 5 against India in 2016. The declaration gave England a commanding first-innings lead of 267 runs over Pakistan.
Remarkable stuff, even if the pitch is perhaps slightly road-like.
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— Fox Cricket (@FoxCricket) October 10, 2024
England’s mammoth total has put Pakistan under immense pressure, and the hosts will need to produce a remarkable performance to avoid defeat. The match is still ongoing, and the final result remains to be seen, but England’s record-breaking innings have already made a significant impact on the series.
