Twenty years after Virender Sehwag’s historic triple century, Harry Brook etched his name into the record books with a stunning 317 in England’s dominant victory over Pakistan in the second Test. Partnering with Joe Root, who scored a career-best 262, the English duo posted the fourth-highest total in Test history, leaving Pakistan with a daunting task of chasing 824 runs in their second innings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite Pakistan’s valiant effort in the first innings, their batting lineup crumbled under the weight of England’s massive lead. The hosts’ bowlers, already under pressure, struggled to contain the English batsmen, who continued to pile on the runs at a rapid pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brook’s innings was a masterclass in modern-day batting. He reached his maiden first-class double century with a serene elegance and continued his assault on the Pakistani bowling attack. His triple century, achieved off just 310 balls, made him the second-fastest to the landmark behind Sehwag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Root, meanwhile, played a crucial supporting role, reaching his sixth Test double century and setting several personal records. His partnership with Brook was the fourth-highest in Test history and the highest ever against Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
England’s dominance extended beyond the batting. Their bowlers, led by Chris Woakes and Gus Atkinson, made early inroads into Pakistan’s second innings, leaving the hosts reeling at 59 for 5. Despite a late resistance from Agha Salman and Aamer Jamal, Pakistan’s chase was ultimately doomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The victory marked England’s sixth consecutive Test defeat over Pakistan, further highlighting the dominance of the English side in recent years. Harry Brook’s innings will be remembered as one of the greatest individual performances in Test cricket history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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