The Lord’s turf is buzzing as England host Pakistan for the third Test of the series. Day one saw England win the toss and elect to bat, with opener Zak Crawley striking a confident 78 before being dismissed by a sharp turn of the ball. Pakistan’s bowlers, led by the fiery Shaheen Afridi, kept the English middle order on their toes, extracting bounce and swing from the historic pitch.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s openers, Imam-ul‑Haq and Abdullah Shafique, steadied the ship with a 45‑run partnership, hinting at a resilient reply. Live commentary will continue throughout the day, tracking every boundary, wicket, and tactical shift as the contest unfolds.