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England Trounce Pakistan by 194 Runs to Win Series
Ollie Robinson took 4 for 24 as England sealed a 2-0 lead, with Pakistan dismissed for 194 while chasing 389.
On Sunday, August 30, 2026, England defeated Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord's to secure an unassailable 2-0 series lead, marking the team's first series triumph since 2024.
Seamer Ollie Robinson spearheaded the bowling attack, claiming 4-24 on Sunday for match figures of 8-35 as he expertly exploited the lavish movement available to dismantle the visitors.
Despite Saud Shakeel's defiant 97, the touring side's batting lineup lacked consistency throughout the series, failing to surpass a 200 total in any innings during the contest.
Captain Joe Root has now won the first two Tests of his second reign, a ruthless performance marking positive progress as the team builds toward next summer's Ashes.
The third and final Test of the series begins at Edgbaston in Birmingham on September 9, 2026, where the hosts will look to complete a series sweep.