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England build commanding lead over Pakistan in first Test

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  • The Telegraph United Kingdom · Centre-right · RedBird Capital Partners

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England hold a 195 run lead over Pakistan at the end of a rain shortened second day of the first Test at Headingley. After dismissing Pakistan for 171, England reached 366 for eight. Harry Brook scored 91 runs, though he was dismissed just short of a century for the second time in two Tests at his home ground. Other significant contributions included 73 from Jordan Cox, 66 from Joe Root, and 51 from Dan Lawrence. For Pakistan, Ali Usman took five wickets for 92 runs. The match was delayed until 14:45 BST due to morning rain, and conditions remained damp and cold throughout the day. England's current position makes a victory within three days a possibility. Center leaning coverage emphasized Brook's importance to the new era under captain Joe Root, while center left coverage described the Pakistan side as ragged.

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Framed the Pakistan team as ragged and highlighted Brook's personal frustration at missing the century.
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Focused on Brook's role in England's new era and the tactical progression of the match.
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Emphasized England's dominance and the agonizing nature of Brook's dismissal.

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