Mohammad Abbas made a significant impact on the first day of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's, securing four wickets. His performance, alongside three wickets from Mohammad Ali, lifted Pakistan's spirits after their previous match.
England reached 248 for nine from 56 overs before bad light halted play. Jordan Cox, with 55 runs, and Jamie Smith, with 61 runs, were crucial for England, both hitting half-centuries on a challenging slow surface.
Cox, batting at No 3, held the innings together for 217 minutes. His partnership with Smith for the sixth wicket added 67 runs after tea. Smith was one of three batsmen clean bowled before play concluded.