England Dominates Pakistan: Player Ratings from a Stunning Test Victory at Headingley

England Dominates Pakistan: Player Ratings from a Stunning Test Victory at Headingley

England secured a commanding innings victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Here’s how the players fared: Ben Duckett: 4 Scored 15 runs off 28 balls before England didn’t bat again, leaving him unable to improve his score. Emilio Gay: 6 Made 33 runs from 31 balls, showing promise despite nerves from a poor warm-up match. Jordan Cox: 8.5 Scored 73 runs off 100 balls, demonstrating his potential as a long-term fixture in the team. Joe Root: 9 Returned to captaincy with 66 runs from 112 balls, showcasing excellent leadership and batting skills. Harry Brook: 9 Produced a near-run-a-ball 91 off 93, highlighting his growth and maturity in the role. Dan Lawrence: 8 Contributed 51 runs off 79 balls, stepping up in the absence of Ben Stokes. Jamie Smith: 6 Scored 25 runs off 42 balls but performed well behind the stumps. Gus Atkinson: 5 Struggled initially but improved in the second innings, taking one wicket. Ollie Robinson: 10 Took 5 wickets for 51 runs in the first innings and 3 for 29 in the second, proving his skill and control. Jofra Archer: 7 Contributed with both bat and ball, finding his rhythm on day three. Josh Tongue: 10 Achieved 5 wickets for 46 runs in the first innings and 3 for 43 in the second, earning praise for his performance. England's triumphant display sets a promising tone for the upcoming matches, with the next Test scheduled at Lord's.

Source: Sky Sports - 2026-08-22