Robinson & Tongue give ideal start to new Root era
Summary
In the first test cricket match at Headingley, England’s bowlers Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue each took five wickets, helping to dismiss Pakistan for 171 runs. England’s captain Joe Root started his second term as leader with a strong bowling performance from his team, and England ended the day at 112 runs for two wickets, trailing Pakistan by 59 runs.Key Facts
- The match is the first Rothesay Test of the series, played at Headingley.
- Pakistan was all out for 171 runs, with Abdullah Shafique scoring 61 runs.
- Ollie Robinson took 5 wickets for 51 runs; Josh Tongue took 5 wickets for 46 runs.
- England scored 112 runs for 2 wickets by the end of the day, led by Joe Root’s 37 not out.
- Joe Root is returning as England captain after a four-year break.
- England won the toss and chose to bowl first.
- Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam was injured and did not play.
- Rain delayed play for nearly two hours during the day.
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