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  "id": 4468443,
  "title": "England thrash Pakistan by 194 runs for series win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/england-thrash-pakistan-by-194-runs-for-series-win",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-30T17:09:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/england-thrash-pakistan-by-194-runs-for-series-win-1.500657387"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a thrilling display of cricketing prowess, England secured a emphatic 194-run victory over Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's on Sunday, clinching an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Pakistan had set themselves a daunting victory target of 289, but they were dismissed for a paltry 194 on the fourth day, leaving England in a commanding position.\n\nOllie Robinson was the star of the show, claiming 4-24 wickets in the match, following up his sensational performance in the first innings where he took 4-11. His efforts were crucial in dismantling Pakistan's batting lineup. Saud Shakeel provided a glimmer of hope for Pakistan by scoring 97 runs, but his efforts were in vain as he was caught by fast bowler Josh Tongue. Tongue's performance was equally impressive, taking 3-46 and finishing off the tail-enders.\n\nThis victory comes as a significant win for England, who had already thrashed Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs at Headingley in the previous week. It marks the team's first multi-match Test series win since a 2-1 triumph in New Zealand over a year ago. The series saw England posting 290 runs in their first innings, with J Smith contributing 61 and J Cox scoring 55. In response, Pakistan managed a modest 110 all out, thanks largely to Robinson's early breakthroughs and Archer's impressive 3-26.\n\nIn the second innings, England posted 208 runs, led by D Lawrence's 54. Pakistan managed a total of 194 runs, primarily due to Saud Shakeel's outstanding 97, with Robinson contributing 4-24 and Tongue taking 3-46. The result saw England extend their lead in the series to 2-0, showcasing their dominance and controlling the game effectively.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "England reduce Pakistan to 53-3 to close in on victory",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/england-reduce-pakistan-to-53-3-to-close-in-on-victory",
        "published": "2026-08-30T12:30:08.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "England eyes series win after Pakistan slumps to 53-3 in a 389 chase at Lord’s",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/england-eyes-series-win-after-pakistan-slumps-to-53-3-in-a-389-chase",
        "published": "2026-08-30T12:49:19.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Robinson strikes as England close in on series win over Pakistan",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/robinson-strikes-as-england-close-in-on-series-win-over-pakistan",
        "published": "2026-08-30T16:04:06.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "Clinical England power to series win over Pakistan",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/clinical-england-power-to-series-win-over-pakistan-4470435",
        "published": "2026-08-30T17:11:38.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Clinical England power to series win over Pakistan",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/clinical-england-power-to-series-win-over-pakistan",
        "published": "2026-08-30T17:12:08.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Dawn",
        "title": "England clinch series win over Pakistan with thumping 194-run victory in second Test",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/england-clinch-series-win-over-pakistan-with-thumping-194-run-victory",
        "published": "2026-08-30T17:31:51.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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