England on the front foot

England are in a commanding position after Paul Collingwood and Alastair Cook posted a record fourth-wicket stand against Pakistan of 221 to end day one of the first Test at 309-3.

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After a quickfire start that saw the England opening pair of new Captain Andrew Strauss and Marcus Trecothic put on 60 in 12 overs.

Pakistan hit back taking three quick wickets as the hosts slumped to 88/3. Collingwood and Cook then steadied the ship with their record stand.