England secures innings victory against Pakistan in first Test at Headingley
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

England achieved an innings victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley, completing the match in just three days. Joe Root, in his return as captain, oversaw a dominant performance featuring key contributions from Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue. Pakistan struggled significantly, with deficiencies in batting, bowling, and fielding leading to their quick defeat. This win gives England a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with questions remaining about Pakistan's ability to bounce back.
- •Joe Root captained England to victory in his return match.
- •England won the Test in 175.3 overs, dominating Pakistan.
- •Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue were standout performers for England.
- •Pakistan's poor performance has sparked concerns heading into the series.
- •England leads the three-match series 1-0.
"Joe Root's return match as England Test captain could hardly have gone better - a three-day win and a weekend off.
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