Abbas takes four wickets as England reaches 248-9 on first day

Mohammad Abbas claimed four wickets for Pakistan against England on the first day of the second test at Lord’s. The hosts struggled early, falling to 80-4 at lunch, but managed to recover to 248-9 by day's end after rain shortened play. Jordan Cox and Jamie Smith led England's comeback with half-centuries. Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and chose to bowl, a decision that paid off as Abbas controlled the England batting lineup in overcast conditions. Play was cut short due to bad light after 84 overs.

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