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England Cricket Team Starts Series Strongly

Updated 2026-08-19 19:10 UTC 1 source Positive

Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue each took five wickets to help Joe Root secure a dominant first-day victory over Pakistan in the cricket series at Headingley.

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Robinson & Tongue give Root an ideal start to England's new era

Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue each take five wickets to give Joe Root the ideal start to his second spell as England captain as Pakistan are skittled for 171 on the opening day of the series at Headingley.

2026-08-19 18:58 UTC