New Root era begins with huge win over Pakistan
Summary
England won the first Test cricket match against Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs at Headingley, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. This victory marks the start of Joe Root's second period as the England captain.Key Facts
- England defeated Pakistan inside three days at Headingley in the first Test match.
- Pakistan scored 171 and 135 runs in their two innings, while England scored 409 runs.
- Bowlers Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson took eight wickets each in the match.
- Jordan Cox scored 73 runs in only his second Test match.
- Pakistan played without their injured captain Babar Azam.
- The match displayed strong bowling from England and poor batting from Pakistan.
- The win was Root's 27th as England captain, the most for any England captain.
- England needs to win the second Test at Lord’s to secure the series.
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