England secured a commanding victory over Pakistan in the First Rothesay Test at Headingley, winning by an innings and 103 runs inside three days. This result gives England a 1-0 lead in the three-match series and marks a successful start to Joe Root's second tenure as captain.
England bowled out Pakistan for 135 in their second innings. Josh Tongue took three wickets immediately after lunch, contributing to his match figures of 8-89, while Ollie Robinson ended with a career-best match haul of 8-80.
England had posted 409 in their first innings, with Harry Brook scoring 91, Jordan Cox 73, and Root 66. Pakistan's batters struggled against England's seamers, and their fielding was described as scruffy.
Pakistan's captain Babar Azam missed the match due to a hand injury, and his return for the second Test at Lord's could provide a boost. England will aim to win the series with a victory in the second Test, which begins on Thursday.