Fri Oct 11 08:30:00 UTC 2024: ## England Crushes Pakistan in Multan Test, Setting Historic Record
**Multan, Pakistan:** England has secured a crushing victory over Pakistan in the first Test of the three-match series, winning by an innings and 47 runs. This devastating defeat marks a historic low for Pakistan, as they have become the first team in 147 years of Test cricket to lose after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings.
Pakistan’s first innings began promisingly, led by captain Shan Masood’s 151 runs and centuries from Abdullah Shafique and Agha Salman, amassing a total of 556 runs. However, England’s response was nothing short of phenomenal. They declared their first innings on 823, a mammoth lead of 267 runs, thanks to record-breaking centuries from Joe Root (262) and Harry Brook (317). This partnership, a monumental 454 runs, shattered the record for the highest partnership for any wicket in Test cricket.
Despite a promising start to their second innings, Pakistan collapsed to 220, ultimately losing by a considerable margin. The defeat comes after a humiliating series loss to Bangladesh, further highlighting the team’s current struggles.
This match witnessed a display of exceptional batting prowess by England, with Root and Brook dominating the Pakistani bowlers throughout. Brook’s triple century, a historic achievement, solidifies his status as a rising star in the international cricketing scene. This convincing victory sets the tone for the series and leaves Pakistan facing a challenging task to regain their composure and fight back in the upcoming Tests.
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