Pakistan seized complete control on the opening morning of the second Test at Lord's, dismantling England’s top order in a blistering first session. Having won the toss, the tourists capitalized ruthlessly on bowler-friendly overhead conditions.

England’s batting lineup crumbled rapidly under the relentless attack. Emilio Gay, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, and Harry Brook were all dismissed in quick succession before the interval.

The hosts limped to lunch precariously placed at 80 for 4, facing an uphill battle to salvage their first innings.