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Abbas' four-wicket haul gives Pakistan edge in Lord's Test
Pakistan's pace attack, led by Mohammad Abbas' four-wicket performance, restricted England to 248-9 on a rain-affected opening day of the second Test at Lord's. England recovered from a precarious 80-4 position at lunch to reach 248-9 by stumps.
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England's batsmen showed resilience on Friday to rebuild their innings after a shaky start at Lord's, ultimately posting 248-9 on a rain-shortened first day that favored Pakistan's bowling attack.
The hosts struggled early in their innings, slipping to 80-4 at lunch as Mohammad Abbas proved instrumental in applying pressure. The Pakistani fast bowler claimed four wickets as England's top order faltered against sustained pace bowling.
However, England's middle order steadied the ship in the afternoon session, adding substantial runs to move the score to 248-9 by close of play. The rain interruptions throughout the day limited overs but also provided respite for England's batsmen to regroup.
Pakistan's bowling display on a pitch offering assistance to the pace bowlers provided an encouraging start to their campaign in the second Test of the series. Abbas' match figures will provide confidence to the touring side as they seek to capitalize on their first-day advantage in the remainder of the Test.