England will take on Pakistan in the second Test of the two-match series at Lord’s in London, starting on Thursday, August 27.
Delving into the details of the first Test, Pakistan batted first and got bundled out for 171 runs in 48.1 overs. Abdullah Shafique was the top scorer, amassing 61 runs, as Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue scalped five-wicket hauls.
In reply, England posted a whopping total of 409 runs in 89.5 overs, taking a huge lead. Harry Brook was the top scorer, racking up 91 runs. For Pakistan, Ali Usman scalped a five-wicket haul. In the third innings, Pakistan got all out for 135 runs as England bagged an innings and 103-run win to take a 1-0 lead.
ENG vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 2, Match Details
Match: England vs Pakistan, Test Series 2026, Match 2
Time & Date: 3:30 PM IST, August 27 to 31
Venue: Lord’s, London
ENG vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 2 Pitch Report
As the game progresses to the middle overs, we can expect batters to do well. However, the new-ball bowlers will enjoy the lateral movement on offer in the initial 10 overs. The captain, who won the toss, would love to bowl first.
ENG vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 2 Probable XIs
England
Ben Duckett, Emilio Gay, Jordan Cox, Joe Root (c), Harry Brook, Dan Lawrence, Jamie Smith (wk), Ollie Robinson, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue
Pakistan
Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan/Ghazi Ghori (wk), Sajid Khan, Ali Usman, Mohammad Abbas, Ubaid Shah
ENG vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 2 Winner Prediction
Match Winner: England
England started the three-match series with an innings victory. On the other hand, Pakistan is struggling to create an impact in all three facets of the game. With momentum on their side, we can expect the hosts to bag a comfortable win, securing a 2-0 series win.
