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Rain delays England's innings against Pakistan on Day 2 of first test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:49 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Rain delays England's innings against Pakistan on Day 2 of first test

Summary

Play on Day 2 of the first test between England and Pakistan at Headingley was delayed due to heavy rain. England, responding to Pakistan's first innings total of 171 all out, was 112-2 before the interruption. Joe Root is not out on 37, while Jordan Cox is on 23. The match began a day earlier, with Pakistan being dismissed in just under two sessions. The delay will affect the continuation of England's innings.

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By the Numbers

•England was 112-2 in reply to Pakistan's 171 all out.
•Joe Root is batting on 37 not out and Jordan Cox on 23.
•Heavy rain caused a delay to the start of Day 2.
•The match started on Wednesday at Headingley.

Latest Updates

10:49 AMYahoo Sports — Morning rain delays England's reply to Pakistan's 171 all out on Day 2 of first test

What they're saying

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The start of play on Day 2 of the first test between England and Pakistan at Headingley was delayed Thursday because of heavy rain. If the rain subsides, England will resume on 112-2 in reply to Pakistan's 171 all out in barely two sessions on Wednesday. Joe Root, back as captain following the retirement of Ben Stokes, is 37 not out and Jordan Cox is 23 not out.
— Yahoo Sports

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