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Pakistan Humiliated at Home Once Again as England Beat Them by an Innings and 47 Runs

PAK vs ENG 1st Test Highlights for England Tour of Pakistan, 2024

PAK vs ENG 1st Test Highlights: The highly anticipated first Test between Pakistan and England in Multan ended in a crushing defeat for the home side, with England emerging victorious by an innings and 47 runs. Pakistan started the match on a strong note after winning the toss and opting to bat first.

The hosts took full advantage of the conditions, posting a mammoth 556 runs in their first innings. Contributions from the top and middle order gave Pakistan the upper hand early on, providing them with a solid platform. England’s win by an innings and 47 runs was not only emphatic but also historic.

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For the first time in Test cricket history, a team lost by an innings even after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings. However, it was Leach’s stellar bowling performance, combined with Brook and Root’s record-breaking contributions, ensured a memorable win for England in the first Test.

Harry Brook and Joe Root Masterclass Showcase England’s Batting Prodigy

England’s reply to Pakistan’s massive total was nothing short of stunning. Harry Brook, the young batting sensation, and veteran Joe Root dominated the Pakistani bowling attack with an exceptional display of skill and patience. Brook’s scintillating knock of 317 set the tone for England’s reply, while Root’s masterful 262 anchored the innings.

Brook’s triple century, laced with elegant boundaries and steady accumulation, marked a career-defining performance, while Root’s classic knock added further frustration for Pakistan’s bowlers. England’s batting depth and their aggressive approach left Pakistan with a daunting task as The duo’s partnership helped England declare an imposing total of 823/7, putting Pakistan under immense pressure.

Pakistan’s Collapse in the Second Innings as Jack Leach’s Magic Turns the Tide

With a massive deficit, Pakistan resumed their second innings in an attempt to save the match. The hosts initially showed some resilience, especially through the partnership between Aamer Jamal and Salman Agha. The pair held the fort, putting together a significant 109-run stand that frustrated the English bowlers for an extended period.

However, England, eager to finish the game, struggled to find breakthroughs early in the morning session on Day 5. Despite a strong start from Pakistan on the final day, England’s captain, Ollie Pope, made a crucial decision to turn to spinner Jack Leach after an ineffective spell from the pacers.

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The decision paid off immediately, as Leach quickly dismantled Pakistan’s lower middle order with his crafty spin. Leach’s four-wicket haul turned the tide decisively in England’s favor, ending Pakistan’s resistance and securing a commanding victory for the visitors.
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