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Lawrence scores fifty as England builds lead on rain-affected day

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:55 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Lawrence scores fifty as England builds lead on rain-affected day
Summary

On August 29, 2026, England capitalized on a rain-shortened day to establish a strong position against Pakistan. After the interruptions, England maintained pressure with a significant lead, leaving Pakistan facing a challenging chase of over 350 runs. Despite a three-wicket haul from Abbas that made things difficult for England's batters, the hosts' innings showed resilience under the conditions. Play is expected to resume as weather permits, with the match poised for a compelling finish.

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  • •Lawrence scored fifty runs for England.
  • •England leads by a considerable margin after rain delays.
  • •Abbas took three wickets to challenge England's batting.
  • •Pakistan needs to chase over 350 runs.
  • •Play will continue as weather conditions improve.
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  • 5:55 PMESPNcricinfo — Lawrence fifty drives England to imposing lead on rain-ravaged day
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Pakistan face 350-plus chase despite Abbas three-for making life challenging for batters

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