Live updates — England v Pakistan first Test, day two at Headingley

England and Pakistan resumed the first Test at Headingley on 20 August 2026, with play scheduled to start at 11am BST.

Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes took charge in 2022 when England had recorded one win in their previous 17 Tests. That solitary victory came at Headingley against India five years ago this month. In that match the tourists were bowled out for 78 while Joe Root reached three figures and celebrated his 27th victory as Test captain, a record among Englishmen. The Guardian's live coverage referenced a piece by Taha on Root, Robinson, recent history and new beginnings.