India, Aug. 19 -- The England national cricket team are set to lock horns with the Pakistan national cricket team in the first Test of their three-match series starting Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Headingley Cricket Ground in Leeds. With Joe Root taking over leadership duties for the hosts and Salman Ali Agha stepping up to captain the visiting side in the absence of injured batter Babar Azam, both teams enter this crucial World Test Championship (WTC) encounter determined to gain an early psychological and points advantage in challenging English conditions.

ENG vs PAK Match Details

Match: England vs Pakistan, 1st Test

Series: Pakistan Tour of England 2026 (3-Match Test Series)

Date: August 19 - August 23, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM ...