Jamie Smith tops scores with 61 as England faces Pakistan at Lord's
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:42 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
England concludes day one of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord's with a score of 248-9. Jamie Smith led the scoring with 61 runs, showing signs of returning form after a challenging Ashes series. Smith's performance follows a difficult stretch where he averaged 23.44 during the winter, raising questions about his position in the team. Play resumes on day two, starting at 11 am on Friday.
- •England scores 248-9 at the end of day one against Pakistan.
- •Jamie Smith returns to form with 61 runs at Lord's.
- •Smith faced pressure after averaging 23.44 in the Ashes.
- •England lost the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley.
- •Day two of the second Test begins at 11 am on Friday.
"England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith welcomed his return to form with the bat as he top-scored with 61 on day one of the second Test against Pakistan at Lord's.
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