England press for series victory as Pakistan slips to 53-3 in chase
England reduced Pakistan to 53-3 while chasing 389 at Lord's, keeping a large lead and moving toward a series win.
During the fourth morning of the second Test at Lord's, England's bowlers quickly broke through Pakistan's batting line-up, removing Azan Awais, Abdullah Shafique and captain Babar Azam within the first eight overs, leaving the visitors at 53-3 in a chase of 389. Pakistan finished England's second innings at 208 before noon, handing the home side a commanding 388-run lead. England's seamers, including Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer, kept the pressure on, while Pakistan's top order has yet to post a total above 200 in the series.
Mohammad Abbas claimed a five-wicket haul for Pakistan, ending with 5-57, but could not prevent the deficit. Injured all-rounder Imam-ul-Haq remained absent after a calf injury on day one, and Pakistan's lower order added modest runs before the lunch break.
Why it matters
The match shapes the outcome of the England-Pakistan Test series and highlights England's dominant bowling performance.
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