England moved to the brink of a series victory against Pakistan after a dominant display by their pace attack on the second day of the second Test at Lord's. The home side's four-man seam unit dismantled the touring batting lineup, leaving Pakistan bundled out for just 110 runs in their first innings.

Following an overnight total of 248-9, England's final-wicket pair added valuable runs on Friday morning to push their side's first-innings score to 290. Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson extended their partnership by 42 runs, compounding the pressure on the opposition before the bowling units even took the field. Jamie Smith contributed 61 runs to the total, while Jordan Cox added 55.

Pakistan struggled from the outset, missing the injured Imam-ul-Haq at the top of the order. Only Azan Awais offered meaningful resistance, scoring 46 runs, while extras proved to be the second-highest contribution in a dismal batting display. The touring side failed to reach a competitive total as England's bowlers maintained relentless pressure on a pitch that continued to offer assistance.

Ollie Robinson spearheaded the bowling figures with an exceptional spell, finishing with 4 figures for 11 runs. Operating with precise accuracy and movement, Robinson complemented the electrifying speed of Jofra Archer, who regularly touched high velocities and claimed 3 wickets for 26 runs. Josh Tongue and Gus Atkinson provided further breakthroughs, ensuring the Pakistan lineup had no respite.

Holding a first-innings lead of 180 runs, England stumbled early in their second turn at the crease. The hosts lost two quick wickets before opener Emilio Gay and captain Joe Root stabilized the innings with a 47-run partnership. Root was eventually trapped leg-before-wicket for 24 by Mohammad Ali, continuing a notable trend of the veteran batsman falling to seam bowling.

Gay batted defensively to reach 30 not out, seeking a crucial performance to secure his long-term spot in the team. Harry Brook survived an initial lbw review off the same bowler, helping guide the hosts to 81-3 by stumps.

England now hold an overall lead of 261 runs heading into the weekend. While unfavorable weather forecasts threaten to disrupt play on Saturday, the home side remains in an overwhelmingly strong position to close out the match and claim the series.

Reporting based on coverage first published by BBC Sport. Read the original report at BBC Sport.