Joe Root Sets Records in Test Against Pakistan

Joe Root's exceptional performance on Day 3 of the first Test against Pakistan in Multan saw him score an unbeaten 176, making him England's leading Test run-scorer and marking his 35th Test century. He surpassed Sir Alastair Cook's record of 12,472 runs and broke Sunil Gavaskar's record for the most Test centuries. Root's innings, characterized by skillful drives and a crucial partnership with Harry Brook (141 not out), helped England recover from a daunting deficit against Pakistan's first-innings total of 556. The duo shared a record 243-run partnership for the fourth wicket, contributing to England's solid position at 492-3 by stumps, only 64 runs behind. Despite the challenging conditions, Root's determination and skill shone through, further solidifying his legacy in cricket history. England's strong position gives them a promising chance for victory in the ongoing series.