Pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team standings

On 26 October 2026, the England cricket team officially clinched a hard-fought Test series victory against Pakistan following the conclusion of the final match in Rawalpindi. The decisive win saw England’s spin-bowling duo dominate the fourth innings, dismantling the Pakistan batting lineup on a deteriorating surface that offered significant turn. This result marks a significant milestone for England, as it solidifies their standing in the World Test Championship table, pushing them closer to the top three positions. For Pakistan, the series loss highlights ongoing struggles with consistency and batting collapses under pressure, leading to a drop in their current ICC Test rankings. The match concluded late on 25 October 2026, with England chasing down a modest target with seven wickets in hand. Both teams are now set to shift their focus toward the upcoming white-ball series, though the standings in the red-ball format remain a point of concern for the Pakistan Cricket Board as they look to rebuild their squad for future international assignments.