England's Dominance on Day 1 of 1st Test Against Pakistan

On August 19, 2026, England showcased a strong performance on the first day of the 1st Test against Pakistan at Headingley, with Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue each claiming five wickets.

Pakistan struggled, collapsing from 117-3 to 171 all out. England ended the day at 112-2, trailing by 59 runs, with Joe Root and Jordan Cox at the crease.

Robinson made history by taking a wicket with the first ball of the series, a feat not seen in England since Test matches began in 1880. The match saw a rain delay and a brief recovery from Pakistan, but they lost their last five wickets for just 21 runs. Root's performance included six fours in his innings as England aimed for a solid start in the series.