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Robinson, Archer bowl Pakistan out for 110

8/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

England bowlers Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismissed Pakistan for 110, creating a 261-run lead.
Robinson claimed 4 wickets for 11 runs, the innings’ best figures.
Archer took 3 wickets for 26 runs, adding pressure on Pakistan’s top order.
England posted 290 in the first innings, with Smith 61 and Cox 55.
Severe weather forecast for Saturday could delay England’s attempt to secure the series.

History

Historical Context

Pakistan’s 1992 Cricket World Cup win, secured by Imran Khan’s 72 runs and Wasim Akram’s three wickets, gave the nation its first global cricket title. Thirty-two years later, England’s 2024 Lord’s Test saw Ollie Robinson’s 4-for-11 and Jofra Archer’s 3-for-26 build a 261-run lead over Pakistan, underscoring England’s recent dominance in the rivalry.

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Story summary

England bowlers Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismissed Pakistan for 110, creating a 261-run lead.
Robinson claimed 4 wickets for 11 runs, the innings’ best figures.
Archer took 3 wickets for 26 runs, adding pressure on Pakistan’s top order.
England posted 290 in the first innings, with Smith 61 and Cox 55.
Severe weather forecast for Saturday could delay England’s attempt to secure the series.

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