England lead Pakistan by 23 runs on day one at Edgbaston

England ended day one of the third Test at Edgbaston with a 156-4 total, holding a 23-run lead over Pakistan. England captain Joe Root elected to bowl first in overcast conditions, leading to Pakistan being bowled out for 133 in 33.5 overs. Josh Tongue spearheaded the attack with 4-42, while Ollie Robinson claimed three wickets, including his 100th in Test cricket, and Jofra Archer added three. Pakistan debuted four players following a series-long squad overhaul, but only Saud Shakeel offered significant resistance with 43 runs. England encountered a top-order collapse reaching 39-3 before fifties from Emilio Gay and Harry Brook stabilized the innings. Play is scheduled to resume for day two on Thursday at 10.15am.