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England vs Pakistan second Test day two live
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The gist
England reached 248-9 on day one at Lord's. Pakistan need one wicket before building a lead.
Background
England won the first Test at Headingley by an innings and 103 runs, but Pakistan fought back on day one at Lord's, reducing England to 248-9 in rain-affected conditions. Pakistan's bowlers, especially Mohammad Abbas and Mohammad Ali, exploited overcast conditions. Babar Azam is returning from injury for Pakistan.
How it unfolded
- Aug 21, 2026England beat Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in the first Test at Headingley.
- Aug 24, 2026England drop Brydon Carse for the second Test after a late-night incident.
- Aug 26, 2026Babar Azam says he is '90%' fit and set to return for the second Test.
- Aug 27, 2026Rain delays start; England are reduced to 248-9 on day one at Lord's.
- Aug 28, 2026Day two begins with Pakistan needing one wicket to end England's innings.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- The ECB confirmed Brydon Carse was dropped and the Cricket Regulator will investigate the incident.
- Analysts
- Sky Sports noted Pakistan took advantage of overcast conditions to reduce England to 248-9.
- Public
- Babar Azam admitted Pakistan are 'not playing up to the mark' compared to England.