England sealed a crushing victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley, winning by an innings and 103 runs after bowling the visitors out for 135, with Jofra Archer taking the final wicket.
Key facts
- England won the first Test by an innings and 103 runs.
- Pakistan were bowled out for 135.
- Jofra Archer took the final wicket to close out the match.
- England lead the three-match series 1-0.
England secured a commanding victory over Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley, winning by an innings and 103 runs, according to the BBC.
The result was sealed when Jofra Archer took the final wicket to bowl Pakistan out for 135.
The margin of victory means England did not need to bat a second time, underlining the dominance of their performance across the match.
With the win, England move to a 1-0 lead in the three-match series against Pakistan.
The scale of the defeat leaves Pakistan needing to respond quickly if they are to level the series in the remaining matches.
Archer’s decisive contribution capped a comprehensive team display at Headingley, as reported by the BBC.
Why it matters
A win by an innings and 103 runs is an emphatic start to the series and puts England firmly in control at 1-0. For Pakistan, the heavy defeat increases the pressure to bounce back in the remaining two Tests.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final result of the first Test?
England won by an innings and 103 runs after bowling Pakistan out for 135, according to the BBC.
Who took the final wicket?
Jofra Archer took the final wicket to secure the win for England.
What is the series score now?
England lead the three-match series 1-0 following their win at Headingley.