England tightened their grip on the first Test against Pakistan yesterday, reaching 366-8 for a commanding first-innings lead of 195 runs after Day 2 at Headingley.

Harry Brook, the world’s top-ranked Test batter, came closest to a century on his home ground but fell for 91 — one of five wickets claimed by left-arm spinner Ali Usman (5-92), his first five-wicket haul.

Joe Root (66) and Jordan Cox (73) shared a 150-run stand after England resumed on 112-2 following a four-hour rain delay. Dan Lawrence, playing his first Test in two years, added 51 at No. 6, but like his teammates, missed the chance to go bigger against erratic bowling and fielding.