Harry Brook narrowly missed his century, scoring 91 runs off 93 balls, leading a commanding England batting display against Pakistan on day two of the first Test at Headingley. The home side built a substantial 195-run lead, finishing the day at 366-8 in response to Pakistan's 171.

Jordan Cox contributed significantly with 73 runs, while returning captain Joe Root added 66 and Dan Lawrence chipped in with 51. The match faced interruptions due to rain, delaying play until 2:45 PM.

Brook's dismissal came at the hands of Usman Tariq, who claimed 5 wickets for 91 runs, leaving Brook just nine runs shy of his 11th Test century. This marked the second consecutive summer where he fell short of a century at his home ground, having scored 99 against India last June.

Despite the rain-soaked morning, the England batting lineup showcased their prowess after resuming play. Cox and Root initiated their innings with a 150-run partnership for the third wicket, solidifying England's position. However, both players fell victim to reviews and poor decisions, putting England in a precarious situation at 202-4.

After tea, Brook and Lawrence steadied the innings, forming a 122-run partnership. Lawrence was eventually dismissed after an ambitious shot, and Brook's dismissal followed shortly, with both players contributing to England's strong position.

Usman Tariq ended the day with a remarkable achievement, taking two wickets in two balls, securing his maiden Test five-wicket haul. As England heads into day three, they maintain a dominant stance, leaving Pakistan under pressure, facing their ninth defeat in twelve Tests.