(Innings on fifth day commence following Pakistan’s 152/6 after Salman and Jamal’s advances)
The Pakistan vs England first Test final day began with Pakistan resuming their second innings under immense pressure. After a challenging start the previous day, Pakistan’s batters struggled as England’s bowlers delivered a fierce attack. By the time 20 overs had passed, Pakistan had lost half their lineup, including skipper Shan Masood, who managed just 11 runs following his impressive first-innings performance.
The pressure in the Pakistan vs England first Test final day intensified when Abdullah Shafique was dismissed for a golden duck by Chris Woakes on the very first ball. Pakistan’s situation worsened as Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, and Mohammad Rizwan fell quickly, leaving them at a precarious 59/5.
Though Salman Ali Agha and Saud Shakeel provided some stability, Pakistan’s fortunes took another turn when Shakeel was dismissed in the 24th over. Earlier, England had declared their first innings at a commanding 823/7, building a substantial 267-run lead. Harry Brook’s incredible 317 and Joe Root’s 262 highlight England’s dominant batting performance.
The Pakistan vs England first Test final day holds historical significance. If Pakistan succumbs to an innings defeat, it would mark the first time in Test history that a team scoring more than 500 runs in an innings loses by an inning. Additionally, this would be the 19th instance of a team, after amassing over 500 runs, losing the Test match, making the Pakistan vs England first Test final day one for the record books.
