Test Cricket

England wrapped up a commanding innings and 103-run victory over Pakistan at Headingley in just three days. Jamie Hall delivers his verdict on every player involved.

Joe Root's second stint as England captain got off to the perfect start as England crushed Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs inside three days at Headingley, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Pakistan were thrashed by an innings and 103 runs inside three days at Headingley, prompting serious alarm from pundits and former players about the state of Test cricket in the country.

Joe Root has spoken candidly about England's lack of control over Ashes venue selection, admitting it would be 'nice to have a choice' as Headingley sits out the 2027 home series despite being England's most dominant current Test ground.

Mark Wood has spoken candidly about the shame he carries from England's disastrous Ashes campaign, insisting the Perth Test was a golden opportunity squandered. The fast bowler, who has not featured since that series opener, believes the whole tour hinged on a match England had in the palm of their hand.

Ali Usman announced himself on the Test stage with a five-wicket haul on day two at Headingley, giving Pakistan a significant advantage in the first Test against England.

Harry Brook produced another masterclass at Headingley on a shortened second day, helping England establish a 195-run first-innings lead over Pakistan in the opening Test.

Jonathan Agnew has placed Harry Brook in the company of David Gower and Kevin Pietersen as England's most gifted batters — but insists the Yorkshire man isn't yet ready to wear the captain's armband.

England found themselves in deep trouble on Day Two at Headingley after squandering their reviews and losing Jordan Cox and Joe Root in rapid succession to Pakistan.

Harry Brook lit up Headingley with a stunning 91 on day two of the first Test against Pakistan, yet his wait for a Test hundred at his home ground goes on.

Ollie Robinson produced a dream opening to the first Test against Pakistan, dismissing Azan Awais lbw with the first ball of the morning at Headingley. Jamie Hall looks at what this tells us about England's seam attack.

A stunning pair of five-wicket hauls from Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue bowled Pakistan out for 171, with England closing day one on 112-2 at Headingley.