England takes lead as Pakistan struggles with bat at Edgbaston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Pakistan was dismissed for 133 runs on the opening day of the third and final Test match against England at Edgbaston. England’s bowlers dominated the innings, with Josh Tongue claiming 4-42 while Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer added three wickets apiece. Saud Shakeel served as the top scorer for the visitors, contributing 43 runs before falling. This performance marked the fifth consecutive time Pakistan has been bowled out for under 200 runs during the series. England responded by reaching 156-4 by the close of play, establishing a 23-run lead with Harry Brook and Emilio Gay securing half-centuries. Shakeel noted the team's difficulty in adjusting to the lateral movement produced by England's bowling attack throughout the match.
- •Pakistan finished all out for 133 in 44.3 overs.
- •Josh Tongue finished with figures of 4-42.
- •England reached 156-4 at stumps on the first day.
- •Harry Brook and Emilio Gay both recorded fifties for England.
- •Pakistan has failed to score more than 200 runs in any of their five innings this series.
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"England captain Joe Root won the toss and elected to bowl. Josh Tongue took 4-42, while Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer picked up three wickets each as Pakistan were dismissed in 44.3 overs.
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