2nd Test: England thrash Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s to take 2-0 series lead
England secured a 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord's, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match Test cricket series. Despite a resilient 97-run performance from Saud Shakeel, Pakistan's batting lineup collapsed under the pressure of England's seam bowling.
Why it matters
The result marks a significant series win for England and highlights ongoing struggles for the Pakistan cricket team in Test match conditions.
England completed an emphatic 194-run victory over Pakistan at Lord’s on Sunday, wrapping up the second Test inside four days to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The result also ended England’s wait for a Test series victory, with their previous series win coming in December 2024.Set a daunting 389 for victory, Pakistan were bowled out for 194 around 45 minutes after tea, continuing a miserable batting campaign in which they have failed to reach 200 even once in the series.
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