Pakistan Seek Lord's Redemption Against England

Synopsis

England now has a 1-0 lead in their three-match Test series against Pakistan. The second test will commence on Thursday, August 27, at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. England is looking confident after an innings and 103-run victory at Headingley, meanwhile a sigh of relief for Pakistan as Captain Babar Azam will be back in the playing eleven. He had been ruled out of the series due to his injury and is returning despite being only 90% fit. The game will start at 11:00 am local time, or 3:30 pm IST.

Headingley Defeat Puts Pakistan Under Pressure

Pakistan top and middle order crumbled in front of England’s seam attack in the series opener. England constructed a score of 409 in their only innings, driven by Harry Brook and debutant Jordan Cox, before bowling Pakistan out twice to win by an innings and 103 runs.

Brook scored 91 off 93 balls, while Jordan held it on the other end by scoring 73 off 100 balls, K Shahzad turned out to be economical as he gave 133 runs within 21.5 over he bowled but also took 3 wickets which include wicket of Joe Root. Pakistan now needs to step up their game at Lord’s if they want to keep the series alive.

Babar Azam's Fitness Draws Attention

Good news for Pakistan as former captain Babar Azam is set to return to the playing eleven, who missed the opener due to his injury. The former captain has himself rated his fitness at roughly 90% and told the press he is not completely fit but is willing to join the team to boost the morale.

The team management is also satiated with the decision and took Babar in for a series decider match. The world is not unfamiliar with the skill and talent that Babar brings to the team, as the Pakistan top order is struggling against England's seam pace. Calling Babar in will bring composure and stability to the top order, which struggled badly in Leeds.

Where Fans Can Watch Live

For those in India, Sony Sports Network has you covered live, and SonyLIV takes care of the streaming if you're not near a TV. UK viewers get it on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event, with Sky Go doing the streaming duties. Pakistan's coverage runs through PTV Sports and Ten Sports, and Tapmad and Myco handle things online.

This match is bigger than just where to watch it. England are already 1-0 up, which means Lord's isn't just another Test, it's the one Pakistan can't afford to lose. losing here will also cost Pakistan team to lose points ahead of their World Test Championship. That's the kind of pressure that brings out a team's best cricket. Arrival of Babar Azam back into the team from injury will definitely provide stability and composure to Pakistan top order. For anyone who still thinks Test cricket is the purest form of the game, this is the kind of contest that reminds you why.