England lead series 1-0 ahead of second Test at Lord's

England will take on Pakistan in the second Test of their three-match series at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, with play scheduled to begin on Thursday, August 27, 2026. The hosts hold a 1-0 lead after a dominant innings-and-103-run victory in the first Test at Headingley, completed inside three days. A win at Lord's would secure the series for England, while Pakistan must win to keep the contest alive and bolster their chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship final. The first Test was a comprehensive display from England, who bowled Pakistan out twice in less than 86 overs.