Joe Root leads England to innings victory over Pakistan at Headingley
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:46 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
England claimed a decisive win over Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in the first Test at Headingley. Joe Root's captaincy showcased maturity, complemented by strong performances from Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson with the ball, both taking eight wickets. Dan Lawrence's catch was crucial to Tongue's haul, while Root scored 66 runs. England's next challenge is the second Test at Lord’s starting Thursday.
- •England wins first Test against Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs.
- •Joe Root scored 66 runs in a dominant performance.
- •Josh Tongue took 8 wickets, with Ollie Robinson also claiming 8.
- •Next Test match is scheduled for Thursday at Lord's.
"Nasser Hussain praised Joe Root’s poised return to the captaincy after England secured a thumping three-day victory over Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in the first Test at Headingley.
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