Four-wicket Robinson stars as Pakistan collapse in second Test
England's cricket team dominated the second day of the Test match against Pakistan at Lord's, with Ollie Robinson taking four wickets to bowl Pakistan out for 110. Despite a shaky start to their second innings, England holds a significant lead heading into the final days of the series.
Why it matters
This match is a critical juncture in the three-match series, with England aiming to secure an unassailable lead against a struggling Pakistan side.
AFP, London England's Ollie Robinson appeals for a LBW decision against Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan, given after a successful review on day two of the second Test at Lord's cricket ground in Leeds, London on August 28, 2026. Photo: AFP Ollie Robinson took a sensational 4-11 in 13 overs as Pakistan collapsed to 110 all out in the second Test against England at Lord's on Friday.
But on a day when 13 wickets fell in total, England then slumped to 13-2 in their second innings on a pitch still offering significant seam movement.
England, however, had recovered to 81-3 -- an overall lead of 261 runs -- when bad light forced an early close to the second day. The hosts are seeking an unassailable 2-0 lead in a three-match series.
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