Brook makes Pakistan pay for dropped catch as England dominate first Test
England has taken a commanding lead in the first Test match against Pakistan at Headingley after a strong batting performance. Despite a rain-affected second day, England finished at 366-8, bolstered by Harry Brook's 91 runs.
Why it matters
This match marks a significant moment in the post-Bazball era for English cricket, highlighting the team's continued aggressive approach to Test cricket.
England were 366-8 at stumps on a rain-marred second day, 195 runs ahead of Pakistan’s meagre first innings of 171.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Harry Brook of England bats during the second day of the cricket Test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley in Leeds, England [Gareth Copley/Getty Images] By AFP Published On 20 Aug 2026 20 Aug 2026 Harry Brook has punished Pakistan for dropping him at the start of his innings with a quickfire 91 that strengthened England’s grip on the first cricket Test at Headingley.
England were 366-8 at stumps on a rain-marred second day on Thursday, 195 runs ahead of Pakistan’s meagre first innings of 171.
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