Rain Delays Test as Pakistan Slips to 23/2, England Leads

Weather intervened shortly after the opening overs, halting play at Headingley. By that point Pakistan had lost two wickets for just 23 runs. Azaan Avis was out without scoring, and later injured all‑rounder Shad Masood returned to the crease, adding only five runs before falling to Robinson’s second wicket. The rain‑induced pause gave England a chance to regroup, while Pakistan’s top order struggled to gain momentum.