England's Dominance Continues as They Overwhelm Pakistan in Third Test
By Editor • September 9, 2026 • 1 min read
England showcased their bowling prowess once again, dismantling Pakistan for just 133 runs on the first day of the third Test at Edgbaston, putting themselves in a commanding position for a potential clean sweep of the series.
Captain Joe Root's decision to bowl first yielded immediate dividends as the England pace attack, led by Josh Tongue, delivered a stunning performance. Tongue captured four wickets for 42 runs, while Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer contributed with three wickets each, leaving Pakistan struggling to find any momentum. The visitors have now failed to surpass the 200-run mark in five consecutive innings, with only Saud Shakeel making a notable contribution with 43 runs.
Pakistan's Struggles and Changes
The match comes amid turmoil for the Pakistan team, which saw a significant reshuffle with seven players sent home, and seven new players called up, accompanied by a new coaching staff. Despite the changes, the batting lineup was unable to provide any stability, with the top five batsmen failing to reach double figures. The only semblance of resistance came from the last-wicket pair, Muhammad Abbas and Mohammad Ali, who managed to add 26 runs together, the highest partnership of the innings.
England's Response and Key Performances
In response, England faced early challenges, losing three wickets for just 39 runs, but a solid partnership between Emilio Gay and Harry Brook steadied the innings. Both players scored half-centuries, with Gay making 60 runs and Brook contributing significantly as well. Their 104-run stand helped England establish a lead, and as play closed for the day, England stood at 156-4, already 23 runs ahead. With the current trajectory, an early conclusion to the match seems inevitable, potentially wrapping up within two days.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
