Robinson and Tongue guide England to strong start against Pakistan
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue each claimed five-wicket hauls as England made a strong start to the opening Test against Pakistan at Headingley, dismissing the tourists cheaply before making early inroads with the bat. The bowling display gave new captain-led era momentum, with the pair sharing all 10 wickets to fall in Pakistan's first innings.
Pakistan were bowled out for 171, and England closed day one on 112 for two, leaving them just 59 runs behind with eight wickets in hand. It represents an encouraging opening day for the home side as the series gets under way.
- Robinson and Tongue take five wickets each for England
- Pakistan bowled out for 171 in first innings
- England close day one on 112-2, trailing by 59