India took a resounding 371-run lead on Day 4 at Headingley in the first Test match of the series - thanks to a brilliant century from KL Rahul and yet another ton from Rishabh Pant.
With quite some time left in the match and the pitch still playing true, the spotlight now turns to whether England can mount a record-breaking run chase.
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Historically, only once have they successfully chased down a target of more than 377 in Test cricket. That was just three years ago against India.
But as recent form shows, this England side under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum has made a habit of going for improbable totals.
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What are England's highest successful run chases in Test cricket?
If England successfully chase down 372 runs, this will be their second-highest run chase in Test history. Here is a look at England's five highest run chases in Test history.
| Score | Overs | Run Rate | Target | Opponent | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 378/3 | 76.4 | 4.93 | 378 | India | Birmingham | Jul 1, 2022 |
| 373/5 | 82 | 4.54 | 371 | India | Leeds | Jun 21, 2025 |
| 362/9 | 125.4 | 2.88 | 359 | Australia | Leeds | Aug 22, 2019 |
| 332/7 | 159.5 | 2.07 | 332 | Australia | Melbourne | Dec 29, 1928 |
| 315/4 | 73.2 | 4.29 | 315 | Australia | Leeds | Aug 16, 2001 |
| 307/6 | 146.4 | 2.09 | 305 | New Zealand | Christchurch | Feb 14, 1997 |
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What are England's highest successful run chases in Tests in Bazball era?
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| Score | Opposition | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 378/3 | India | Birmingham | 2022 |
| 373/5 | India | Leeds | 2025 |
| 299/5 | New Zealand | Nottingham | 2022 |
| 296/3 | New Zealand | Leeds | 2022 |
| 279/5 | New Zealand | Lord's | 2022 |
| 254/7 | Australia | Leeds | 2023 |