ENG vs PAK 2nd Test: Brook, Gay look to pile on runs as Pakistan seek early wickets

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UPDATE - 9.40 am GMT - It is currently drizzling here at Lord's and the covers are on. There are also some dark clouds hovering over the ground. Let's hope it goes away and the rain stops. The start of the play is officially delayed.

ENG vs PAK Live: Weather updates

Play has been delayed at Lord's Cricket Ground as persistent rain and thundery showers impact the area. The current temperature stands at 17°C with a very high humidity level of 91%.

ENG vs PAK Live: Imam-ul-Haq injury cost Pakistan

Pakistan's problems were compounded by the absence of opener Imam-ul-Haq, who suffered a left calf strain while fielding on the opening day and has been ruled out of the remainder of the Test. The visitors' batting lacked both stability and depth, with Azan Awais' 46 the only meaningful contribution as wickets tumbled around him.

Babar's return also failed to provide the boost Pakistan had hoped for. The captain was dismissed for just eight, while Abdullah Shafique and Shan Masood were among the early casualties as England's seamers exploited the conditions at Lord's.

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ENG vs PAK Live: Pakistan bowled out for 110

Pakistan had earlier been bowled out for just 110 in 37.2 overs, handing England a huge 180-run first-innings advantage. The collapse came despite the return of captain Babar Azam and left Pakistan with a mountain to climb after their batting order struggled against England's pace attack.

Ollie Robinson was the chief destroyer, finishing with remarkable figures of four for 11 from 13 overs, including six maidens. Jofra Archer provided sustained hostility and claimed three for 26 from 11.2 overs, while Josh Tongue picked up two wickets. Gus Atkinson went wicketless despite keeping the pressure on Pakistan's batters.

ENG vs PAK Live: England lose three early wickets

The hosts ended Friday on 81 for three in their second innings after bad light brought play to an early close. Ben Duckett, Jordan Cox and Joe Root fell during the final session, but England remained firmly in control with a substantial lead already in the bank.

ENG vs PAK Live: England seize control at Lord’s

England will resume the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s in complete command after ending Day 2 with a 261-run lead. After being bowled out for 110 in just 37.2 overs, Pakistan handed England a huge 180-run first-innings lead.

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A crucial morning session - While the weather forecast predicts passing showers that might cause interruptions, the game is moving at a rapid pace and a decisive result remains well within sight. Pakistan need something truly special from their strike bowlers in this opening hour to claw their way back into contention, while England will aim to bat the opposition completely out of the game. Grab your cup of tea and settle in because another exciting day of Test cricket is about to get underway.

Hosts aiming to build a fortress - England will want to tighten up after losing three early wickets yesterday and focus on constructing steady partnerships. With tricky overhead conditions expected throughout the day, the overnight batters need to show watchful defense early on to absorb the initial burst from the Pakistani seamers. Once the lead stretches past three hundred, the English pacers will be eager to get the red ball in hand and unleash their relentless accuracy once more under helpful overcast skies.

Visitors seeking discipline and fire - For Pakistan, the primary learning from their first innings collapse is the desperate need for application and patience at the crease. Their top order cannot afford loose strokes against a high quality pace attack and must learn to leave the ball whenever needed. Before their batters get another chance, their pacers need to make the morning session count by targeting the stumps and bowling tighter lines to wrap up the English lower order before the target slips completely out of reach.

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A cloudy morning at the Home of Cricket - Hello and a very warm welcome back to Lord's for moving day of this riveting Test match between England and Pakistan. The dark London clouds are hovering above, but the atmosphere inside the ground is electric. England find themselves firmly in the driver seat, holding a massive lead of 261 runs with seven wickets still in hand. With three full days left in the contest, the hosts will look to tighten their grip on the match and seal the series, while Pakistan face an uphill battle to stay in the contest.

That's a wrap - That brings us to the end of an eventful Day 2 of this second Test, with England firmly taking the upper hand and Pakistan now facing a huge challenge to save the game. Day 3, also known as ‘Moving Day’, gets underway at 10 am GMT, but you know the drill - join us well before that for all the build-up. Cheers!

The pacers turn up the heat - Pakistan’s pacers came out firing after the break and gave England plenty to think about, with Khurram Shahzad making early inroads by removing Duckett and Cox. They were also unlucky at times, beating the edge repeatedly without the resulting chances carrying to hand. Root and Gay then steadied England with a 47-run stand before Ali got Root for 24, bringing Brook to the crease. The England batter had a huge lbw appeal to survive first ball, but settled quickly and, with Gay holding firm at the other end, the pair guided England through the rest of the session. Pakistan finally had something to cheer about with the ball, but England still hold the advantage.

Pakistan crumble - Pakistan needed a big partnership after lunch, but England simply kept the pressure on. Awais battled hard for his 46, riding his luck at times, but found precious little support as wickets continued to fall around him. Robinson was outstanding, taking four, while Archer claimed three and Tongue two as Pakistan folded for just 110, handing England a commanding 180-run lead. Imam-ul-Haq’s absence due to his calf injury made Pakistan’s task even tougher.

England finish the job - Pakistan began the day with England on 248/9, but the hosts quickly added 42 runs to stretch their total to 290, with Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue putting together a valuable last-wicket stand. Pakistan’s response was then rocked almost immediately, losing Shan Masood and Abdullah Shafique as England’s seamers found their rhythm. At Lunch, Pakistan were 16/2, still 274 runs behind, with Azan Awais showing early signs of resistance.

5.52 pm GMT, STUMPS, DAY 2! A fascinating day of Test cricket comes to an end due to Bad Light as with the lights not improving, the umpires have called for STUMPS. While Day 3 is usually known as ‘Moving Day’, this game has moved along at a rapid pace. England are now firmly in the driver’s seat with a significant 261-run lead and look well placed to bat Pakistan out of the contest. The visitors were hugely disappointing with the bat, but showed some fight with the ball and will need something truly special to stop England from setting a massive target. With rain forecast for Day 3, the conditions could make batting even tougher, adding another layer to what promises to be a crucial day.

Game stopped due to : Bad Light

5.43 pm GMT - Bad light stops play - The umpires emerge right in the middle of the stumps with the light meter out as well. The Umpires have asked the players to leave the field as the light is not permitting further play for now, at least. England lead by 261 right now. Doesn't look promising with dark clouds destined towards the ground in the backdrop.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 81/3 (21.6 overs)

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81 - 3

Emilio Gay 30 (69)
Harry Brook 7 (13)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Good length, on top of off, Emilio Gay dabs this to the left of backward point.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 81/3 (21.5 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Another one, wide of off and on a length, Emilio Gay leaves it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 81/3 (21.4 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, On a length, around middle and off, shaping away from the batter, Gay leaves it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 81/3 (21.3 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Harry Brook, Good length, wide of off, Harry Brook cuts this through the point region for one.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 80/3 (21.2 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Harry Brook, Full and on off, Harry Brook keeps it out.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 80/3 (21.1 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Harry Brook, Rizwan comes up to the stumps and fails to gather one that has hit something. Good length, around off, Harry Brook prods onto the front foot and looks to block it out but gets it edged off the front pad and Rizwan gets it deflected off his gloves back onto his left shoulder.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 80/3 (20.6 overs)

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80 - 3

Emilio Gay 30 (66)
Harry Brook 6 (10)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, Pitched-up delivery, around off, Emilio Gay punches this on the bounce to cover-point.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 80/3 (20.5 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, Ali comes back in the channel, bowls it wide of off, angling into the batter, Emilio Gay leaves it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 80/3 (20.5 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, 5 WIDES! Full and way too wide outside off, Emilio Gay leaves it. The ball keeping going away to the left of Rizwan, beats him and races to the fence at third man region for wide plus four.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 75/3 (20.4 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, Good length, wide of off, Emilio Gay presses to the line of the ball and leaves it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 75/3 (20.3 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, FOUR! This has been flicked away to the fence for four runs. Good length, shaping back into the batter, Emilio Gay milks this through the mid-wicket region and the ball races to the deep mid-wicket fence for four runs.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 71/3 (20.2 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, On a length, around off, Emilio Gay keeps it out.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 71/3 (20.1 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Emilio Gay, Back of a length, around off, Emilio Gay defends this off his back foot.

Out comes the light meter.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 71/3 (19.6 overs)

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71 - 3

Harry Brook 6 (10)
Emilio Gay 26 (60)

Mohammad Abbas to Harry Brook, On a length, around off, Harry Brook steps across and flicks this to the real estate at deep mid-wicket for two runs. England lead by 251 now.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 69/3 (19.5 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Full and wide of off, Emilio Gay leans into the drive through covers for one.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (19.4 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Rizwan seems not to learn from his mistakes as he continues to stand deep to these medium pacers. Good length, wide of off, Emilio Gay plays with soft hands and the ball gets a genuine outside edge and drops in front of the keeper.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (19.3 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Abbas bowls another one, wide outside off, Emilio Gay leaves it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (19.2 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Good length, wide outside off, Gay shows no interest in poking at it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (19.1 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, On a length, around off, shaping away from the batter, Gay has a poke at it but gets beaten.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (18.6 overs)

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68 - 3

Harry Brook 4 (9)
Emilio Gay 25 (55)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, Full and wide outside off, Brook has a go at it but misses out.

It has gone really dark out in the middle. Not long before the light meter comes out, it seems.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (18.5 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, Back of a length, around off, angling into the batter, Harry Brook looks to blocks this again but gets beaten and is hit on his back thigh pad.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 68/3 (18.4 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, FOUR! Brook opens his account with a boundary. Good length, around off, Harry Brook takes a strides deep inside his cease and cuts this square on off for a boundary here against Ali.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (18.3 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, Good length, on the pads, Harry Brook tucks this to square leg for no run.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (18.2 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, Around that 6-8 m length, wide of off, Harry Brook dabs this with an angled face bat to the slip cordon for no run.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (18.1 overs)

Mohammad Ali to Harry Brook, Good length, wide of off, shaping away from the batter, Harry Brook shpulders his arms at it.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (17.6 overs)

Score after

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64 - 3

Emilio Gay 25 (55)
Harry Brook 0 (3)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Abbas bowls it around that nagging length on off, Emilio Gay comfortably gets onto his front foot and blocks this under his eyeline.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (17.5 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, On a length, around off, Emilio Gay dabs this to backward point for a dot ball.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (17.4 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Back of a length, wide of off, Emilio Gay tries to get bat on ball but the ball passes his outside edge and goes into the gloves of the keeper.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (17.3 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, Short and on middle and off, Emilio Gay blocks it out.

England vs Pakistan Live Score : 64/3 (17.2 overs)

Mohammad Abbas to Emilio Gay, FOUR! Gloriously drives for a boundary. Pitched-up delivery, wide of off, Emilio Gay presses onto the front foot and drives this through the covers region for a boundary. Beautiful transfer of weight.

ENG vs PAK 2nd Test Live: England will begin the third day of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s with a commanding 261-run lead after another dominant day left the visitors staring at a near-impossible fightback.

Pakistan did manage to make a few inroads when they returned to the ball. Khurram Shahzad dismissed Duckett and Cox, while Mohammad Ali accounted for Root, but England still finished the day in a position of overwhelming strength.

The third day's play is likely to revolve around how aggressively England approach their second innings. With eight wickets still in hand, the hosts can look to build a lead of 350-400 runs before putting Pakistan under pressure with their four-pronged pace attack.

For Pakistan, early wickets will be essential. They cannot afford another extended period of England dominance if they are to keep the Test alive. Their bowlers will need to strike quickly, while their batters face the daunting prospect of confronting Robinson, Archer, Tongue and Atkinson on a pitch that has already exposed their weaknesses.

England are already 1-0 ahead in the three-Test series after their emphatic victory in the opening Test. Another win at Lord's would seal the series with a match to spare.

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