Ten years ago, the Pakistan cricket team achieved a significant milestone by defeating England by 10 wickets at the Oval. The match featured standout performances, including a double century from Younis Khan and a five-wicket haul from leg-spinner Yasir Shah. Under the leadership of 42-year-old captain Misbah-ul-Haq, the team secured a victory that ultimately led them to the top of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Test rankings for the first time in their history.

This achievement was particularly notable because Pakistan had been unable to host international matches on home soil since 2009, following a security attack on the Sri Lankan team bus. The 2016 victory is often viewed as a high point for the program, highlighting the resilience of a squad that was forced to play its 'home' games in neutral venues. While the current team retains a strong pedigree, observers note that the side lacks the same level of individual 'wizardry' or match-winning flair that characterized the 2016 roster. The anniversary serves as a point of comparison between the tactical discipline of the Misbah-led era and the challenges faced by the current generation of players.