Sparkling Brook builds England lead over Pakistan

BBC News Thursday 20 August 2026, 18:40 UTC 1 min read

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Harry Brook sparkles in the Headingley gloom to build England’s commanding lead over Pakistan on a shortened second day of the first Test.

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