London, Aug 27, 2026 (AFP) - Cox defies Pakistan after Abbas's treble strike rocks England

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2026-08-27

Jordan Cox's unbeaten fifty helped keep Pakistan at bay after Mohammad Abbas rocked England with three wickets on Thursday's first day of the second Test at Lord's. Veteran seamer Abbas took three wickets for four runs in 16 balls, including the prize scalp of England captain Joe Root for just four, as the hosts slumped to 36-3 after Pakistan won the toss. But Cox's 55 not out helped England recover to 180-5 at tea, with Jamie Smith 45 not out in......

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