Pakistan vs England, 2nd Test, Day 1: Pakistan captain Shan Masood chose to bat first after winning the toss, confident about the conditions on the same pitch used in the first Test. The decision aims to take advantage of early batting conditions and set a solid foundation. England, meanwhile, welcomed the return of their Test captain and star allrounder Ben Stokes, adding strength to their lineup. Stokes' presence brings a significant boost to the team as they look to level the series. Both teams will aim to capitalize on the familiar pitch, making for an exciting day of Test cricket.