England Posts 248-9 on Day One of Second Test Against Pakistan
On the first day of the second Rothesay Test at Lord's, England managed to score 248-9 against Pakistan, with Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox each making notable contributions of 61 and 55 runs, respectively.
The day was marked by difficult weather conditions, including rain delays and bad light, which limited play. England's innings was bolstered by a late effort from Gus Atkinson, who scored 34 not out. Pakistan's Muhammad Abbas was the standout bowler, taking four wickets, while Mohammad Ali claimed three.
England's performance came after a challenging week off the field, including the removal of Brydon Carse from the squad due to an off-field incident. Pakistan, led by returning captain Babar Azam, showed improved control compared to their previous match, setting the stage for a competitive contest in the remaining days of the Test.
