The second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord’s has been delayed by rain, leaving players and officials waiting for conditions to improve.
The weather has stopped both teams from starting their planned preparations. Players and support staff are waiting for news, and officials are expected to carry out further inspections before deciding whether play can begin.
Possible effect on day one
Time lost at the start could shape the opening day. With playing hours already slipping away, both captains may need to rethink their approach, especially batting plans and how they rotate their bowlers.
Not the first interruption
Rain has already featured in this 2026 series. In the first Test at Headingley in Leeds, played from August 19 to 23, the whole morning session on the second day was lost to rain. Both sides forfeited a full session, which broke the rhythm of the contest.
Now drizzle is once again an unwelcome factor, this time in London.
Adjusting to English conditions is already a stern test for Pakistan, and repeated weather breaks add further uncertainty to preparation and match planning. Supporters at Lord’s will be hoping the rain clears soon so the eagerly awaited Test can finally begin.
