Harry Brook Leads England's Record-Breaking Performance Against Pakistan
England's Unmatched Performance
In a stunning display, England became the first team to surpass 800 runs in a single Test innings against Pakistan, achieving a total of 823 for 7 in Multan. This remarkable feat broke the previous highest total against Pakistan and marked England's dominance in the match.
Brook and Root's Record Partnership
The partnership between Joe Root and Harry Brook reached an astounding 454 runs, setting a new record for the highest partnership by England in Test cricket. This not only dethroned the previous record of 411 runs established by Peter May and Colin Cowdrey but also surpassed the highest partnerships in Tests against Pakistan.
Milestones Achieved
- Brook's triple century came in just 310 balls, the second-fastest in Test history.
- Both players scored double centuries, making them the first pair from England to achieve such a feat.
- With this match, Root becomes the leading run-scorer for England in Test history.
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