England Crush Pakistan by Innings After Record-Breaking 823-7 Declaration in First Test
England secured a stunning innings and 47-run victory over Pakistan on the fifth day of their record-breaking first test, despite a brief fightback from the home side. This triumph followed England’s monumental declaration at 823-7 in 150 overs, their highest test total in 86 years.
Resuming Pakistan’s innings at 152-6, Salman Agha was the first to fall on the final day after a valiant 63, breaking his 109-run partnership with Aamer Jamal. England’s Jack Leach made crucial contributions, removing both Agha and Shaheen Afridi before sealing the win by stumping Naseem Shah. England’s pace attack, led by Brydon Carse, relentlessly targeted Pakistan’s lower order, with Jamal recovering from a blow to the head to finish unbeaten on 55.
England’s dominance was driven by extraordinary batting performances from Harry Brook, who scored a career-high 317, and Joe Root with 262. The massive total of 823-7 rattled Pakistan, who managed 556 in their first innings but folded under pressure, handing England a commanding 1-0 lead in the series.
Key Takeaways:
- England’s highest test total in 86 years: 823-7 in 150 overs.
- Harry Brook (317) and Joe Root (262) lead England’s charge.
- England wins by an innings and 47 runs despite Pakistan’s fightback.
- Jack Leach’s pivotal role in final-day breakthroughs.
This crushing win set the tone for the remainder of the series, as England looks to build on their dominant form.
