Robinson and Tongue Dominate as England Seize Control on Day 1 Against Pakistan at Headingley
England's bowlers ripped through Pakistan's batting lineup, putting the hosts in a strong position in the opening Test of the series.
The story
At Headingley, England's pace attack made the most of favorable conditions on Day 1 of the first Test against Pakistan. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, Ollie Robinson struck with the very first ball, dismissing Azan Awais for a golden duck.
Robinson continued his impressive spell, trapping Shan Masood to leave Pakistan reeling at 6/2. Abdullah Shafique (61) and Imam-ul-Haq (42) then offered some resistance with a 91-run partnership.
However, Josh Tongue broke the stand and went on to claim a fifer (5/46), matching Robinson's five-wicket haul (5/51) as Pakistan were bundled out for just 171 runs in 48.1 overs. In response, England reached 112/2 by stumps, trailing by 59 runs. Joe Root (37*) and Jordan Cox (23*) were at the crease, building a steady partnership after Mohammad Abbas and Mohammad Ali each picked up a wicket.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| England vs Pakistan | Test | Day 1 Stumps: England (112/2) trail Pakistan (171) by 59 runs | Ollie Robinson 5/51, Josh Tongue 5/46 |
Series in play
Pakistan tour of England 2026. 1st Test, Day 1: England (112/2) trail Pakistan (171) by 59 runs
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 | 1. Australia (77.78 PCT), 2. South Africa (75.00 PCT), 3. New Zealand (72.22 PCT), 4. Bangladesh (66.67 PCT), 5. India (53.33 PCT) | Australia leads the current WTC cycle standings. |
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | 1. India (116 rating) | India holds the top spot in the latest ODI team rankings. |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | 1. India (268 rating), 2. England (268 rating), 3. Australia (260 rating) | India and England are tied at the top of the T20I team rankings. |
What we'll be watching
- England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Day 2 at Headingley (August 20, 10:00Z)
- Bulgaria vs Luxembourg, 17th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C at Kerava National Cricket Ground (August 20, 08:00Z)
- Czech Republic vs Portugal, 18th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C at Tikkurila Cricket Ground (August 20, 08:00Z)
- Finland vs Isle of Man, 19th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C at Kerava National Cricket Ground (August 20, 13:00Z)
- Greece vs Israel, 20th Match, ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Europe Qualifier C at Tikkurila Cricket Ground (August 20, 13:00Z)
- England vs Pakistan, 1st Test, Day 3 at Headingley (August 21, 10:00Z)
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