Heavy rain delays the start of play on Day 2 of the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley. After Pakistan are bowled out for 171 earlier on Wednesday, England begin their reply when play resumes.
When the match restarts, England are reported to resume on 112 for 2, still needing 60 runs to reach Pakistan’s total. Joe Root is 37 not out and Jordan Cox is 23 not out, according to reports. England’s batting position reflects they have carried forward much of the afternoon’s work despite the weather interruption.
Both outlets describe the same sequence: Pakistan finish on 171 all out, then England build a partial reply before rain interrupts proceedings. The reports also note Root is captaining the side again following Ben Stokes’ retirement, with Cox and Root at the crease when play is halted.
