England took control of the third Test at Edgbaston after bowling Pakistan out for 133 on Day 1. Harry Brook remained unbeaten on 52 as England reached 156/4 at stumps.
Table of Contents
- England vs Pakistan 3rd Test Day 1: What Happened
- Pakistan Collapse for 133
- England’s Bowlers Destroy Pakistan’s Batting
- Razaullah Shines on Test Debut
- England Recover After Early Wickets
- Harry Brook and Emilio Gay Put England Ahead
- Pakistan’s Four Changes Fail to Stop Another Collapse
- England vs Pakistan at Stumps: 156/4
- What Pakistan Need on Day 2
- England in Control as Clean Sweep Comes Into View
England vs Pakistan 3rd Test Day 1: What Happened
England took control of the third Test at Edgbaston after bowling Pakistan out for 133 before reaching 156/4 by the close of play.
Pakistan were put into bat after England won the toss, but the visitors quickly found themselves in trouble. England’s pace attack reduced Pakistan to 26/4 inside the first 10 overs and kept pressure on the reshuffled batting order throughout the innings.
Saud Shakeel provided Pakistan’s main resistance with 43 off 47 balls, while Mohammad Abbas added 21. Pakistan were eventually dismissed for just 133 in 33.5 overs, giving England an excellent opportunity to take control of the match.
England also lost early wickets in their reply and slipped to 24/2. Pakistan’s bowlers then removed Joe Root for eight, but Emilio Gay and Harry Brook rebuilt the innings with a 104-run fourth-wicket partnership.
Gay eventually fell for 60 to debutant Razaullah, who also dismissed Root earlier in the innings. Brook remained unbeaten on 52 from 76 balls, with Dan Lawrence unbeaten on five when stumps were drawn.
| Team | Score | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 133 all out | Saud Shakeel 43 |
| England | 156/4 | Harry Brook 52* |
| England Lead | 23 runs | At stumps on Day 1 |
Pakistan Collapse for 133
Pakistan were bowled out for just 133 in 33.5 overs after England’s pace attack exposed the visitors’ fragile top order at Edgbaston.
Pakistan were put into bat after England won the toss and chose to field. The visitors quickly lost wickets, slipping to 26/4 inside the first 10 overs as England’s seamers maintained pressure with the new ball.
Saud Shakeel provided the main resistance, scoring 43 from 47 balls with seven fours. Mohammad Abbas added 21, but Pakistan struggled to build the partnerships needed to recover from their poor start.
Pakistan eventually folded for 133 in 33.5 overs. Josh Tongue was England’s leading wicket-taker with 4/42, while Ollie Robinson took 3/15 and Jofra Archer finished with 3/25.
| Pakistan Batting | Score |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | 133 all out |
| Top scorer | Saud Shakeel – 43 |
| Mohammad Abbas | 21 |
| Josh Tongue | 4/42 |
| Ollie Robinson | 3/15 |
| Jofra Archer | 3/25 |
England’s Bowlers Destroy Pakistan’s Batting
England’s pace attack made the most of the early conditions at Edgbaston, dismissing Pakistan for 133 and putting the visitors under immediate pressure.
Josh Tongue led the attack with 4/42, while Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer claimed three wickets each. The trio accounted for all but one of Pakistan’s wickets, with the innings lasting only 33.5 overs.
England’s fast bowlers struck early after Pakistan were sent in, reducing the visitors to 26/4 inside the first 10 overs. That early damage left Pakistan playing catch-up for the remainder of the innings.
| England Bowler | Figures | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Tongue | 4/42 | Leading wicket-taker |
| Ollie Robinson | 3/15 | Economical new-ball spell |
| Jofra Archer | 3/25 | Added sustained pace pressure |
The performance continued England’s strong bowling run during the series. Robinson, Tongue and Archer had already played important roles in England’s first two Test victories, and their combined effort at Edgbaston again exposed Pakistan’s batting depth.
Razaullah Shines on Test Debut
Pakistan’s biggest positive from a difficult opening day was the performance of debutant fast bowler Razaullah, who claimed two important wickets against England.
Razaullah made an immediate impact when he dismissed England captain Joe Root for eight to claim his maiden Test wicket. The 21-year-old pacer later returned to remove opener Emilio Gay for 60, breaking a 104-run fourth-wicket partnership between Gay and Harry Brook.
The debutant finished the day with 2/42 from nine overs. His spell gave Pakistan some momentum after England had recovered from 24/2 and appeared to be building a commanding position.
Razaullah’s performance was particularly notable because he had played only eight first-class matches before making his Test debut. Despite Pakistan’s overall struggles, his ability to dismiss two established England batters provided a genuine positive from the first day.
| Razaullah’s Day 1 | Figures |
|---|---|
| Overs | 9 |
| Runs conceded | 42 |
| Wickets | 2 |
| First Test wicket | Joe Root |
| Second wicket | Emilio Gay |
England Recover After Early Wickets
England briefly lost control of their reply after Pakistan reduced them to 39/3, but Harry Brook and Emilio Gay rebuilt the innings with a crucial partnership.
England began their response poorly, losing Ben Duckett for 11 and Jordan Cox for four before debutant Razaullah dismissed Joe Root for eight. The hosts were 39/3 and Pakistan had a chance to make their first-innings advantage count.
Emilio Gay and Harry Brook then changed the momentum. The pair added 104 runs for the fourth wicket, taking England beyond Pakistan’s total and into a first-innings lead before Razaullah ended the partnership by dismissing Gay for 60.
Brook remained unbeaten on 52 from 76 balls at stumps, while Dan Lawrence was 5 not out. England finished Day 1 on 156/4, giving them a 23-run lead with six wickets still in hand.
| England Batting | Score |
|---|---|
| England at stumps | 156/4 |
| Emilio Gay | 60 |
| Harry Brook | 52* |
| Fourth-wicket partnership | 104 runs |
| Lead over Pakistan | 23 runs |
Harry Brook and Emilio Gay Put England Ahead
Harry Brook and Emilio Gay produced England’s key partnership of the day, adding 104 runs after Pakistan had threatened to take control with three early wickets.
England were 39/3 when Brook joined Gay at the crease, but the pair settled the innings with a composed fourth-wicket stand. Their partnership took England past Pakistan’s modest first-innings total and shifted the momentum firmly toward the hosts.
Gay made 60 before debutant Razaullah ended the partnership, while Brook remained unbeaten on 52 from 76 balls at the close. Brook’s unbeaten stay ensured England finished the day with a useful lead rather than leaving Pakistan with a chance to regain control.
| Batter | Score | Status at Stumps |
|---|---|---|
| Emilio Gay | 60 | Dismissed |
| Harry Brook | 52* | Not out |
| Fourth-wicket stand | 104 runs | England’s key partnership |
Pakistan’s Four Changes Fail to Stop Another Collapse
Pakistan reshuffled their Test side for the series finale, but the changes could not prevent another batting collapse against England at Edgbaston.
Pakistan had already made significant changes to their squad after the Lord’s Test, releasing seven players and bringing in a group of new faces ahead of the third Test. The reshuffle included several uncapped players as Pakistan looked for a different combination for the final match of the series.
For the Edgbaston Test, Pakistan handed Test debuts to Ghazi Ghori, Mohammad Imran and Razaullah. The team also made another change to its playing combination as it attempted to respond after England had taken an unassailable 2–0 series lead.
The new-look batting order again struggled against England’s pace attack. Pakistan slipped to 26/4 inside the first 10 overs and were eventually dismissed for 133, leaving their bowlers with another difficult task to keep England’s first-innings lead under control.
| Pakistan Changes | Day 1 Outcome |
|---|---|
| Ghazi Ghori | Made Test debut |
| Mohammad Imran | Made Test debut |
| Razaullah | Test debut; 2/42 |
| New-look combination | Pakistan bowled out for 133 |
England vs Pakistan at Stumps: 156/4
England finished Day 1 on 156/4, taking a 23-run first-innings lead after Pakistan were dismissed for 133 at Edgbaston.
England’s position looked less comfortable when they slipped to 39/3 in their reply. However, Emilio Gay and Harry Brook rebuilt the innings with a crucial fourth-wicket partnership before Gay was dismissed for 60.
Brook remained unbeaten on 52 from 76 balls, while Dan Lawrence was 5 not out at the close. England had six wickets remaining and had moved into a narrow but important first-innings lead.
| Scorecard | Position at Stumps |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | 133 all out |
| England | 156/4 |
| England lead | 23 runs |
| Harry Brook | 52* off 76 |
| Dan Lawrence | 5* off 10 |
| Wickets remaining | 6 |
What Pakistan Need on Day 2
Pakistan entered Day 2 needing early wickets after England finished the opening day 23 runs ahead, but the hosts quickly extended their advantage at Edgbaston.
England resumed on 156/4 with Harry Brook unbeaten on 52 and six wickets still in hand. Pakistan’s immediate objective was to break the remaining partnership quickly and prevent England from building a substantial first-innings lead. The visitors were unable to achieve that early breakthrough.
Brook and Dan Lawrence instead pushed England’s score beyond 200. Brook reached 75 before being run out while attempting a single, while Lawrence moved to 53. England had reached 230/5 by midday, extending their advantage significantly.
| Day 2 Situation | Latest Position |
|---|---|
| England overnight score | 156/4 |
| Harry Brook | 75 before run out |
| Dan Lawrence | 53 |
| England score by midday | 230/5 |
| Pakistan’s immediate task | Take remaining wickets quickly |
For Pakistan, the priority is now to prevent England from turning their first-innings lead into a match-defining advantage. Razaullah remains one of the visitors’ brighter performers after his two wickets on debut, while the bowlers need to finish the innings efficiently once England’s lower order arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions about the England vs Pakistan third Test at Edgbaston.
Pakistan were bowled out for 133 in 33.5 overs during the first innings of the third Test at Edgbaston.
England finished Day 1 on 156/4, giving them a 23-run first-innings lead over Pakistan.
Josh Tongue was England’s leading wicket-taker with figures of 4/42, while Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer took three wickets each.
Fast bowler Razaullah impressed on debut, taking 2/42 and claiming the wickets of Joe Root and Emilio Gay.
Harry Brook scored 52 not out by the close of Day 1, while Emilio Gay made 60 for England.
Yes. England had already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series before the Edgbaston Test. The third Test is therefore England’s opportunity to complete a 3-0 series sweep.
Final Verdict
England finished Day 1 in the stronger position after dismissing Pakistan for 133 and reaching 156/4 at stumps.
Pakistan’s first-innings collapse gave England the early advantage, but the hosts still had to recover from 39/3 in their reply. Harry Brook and Emilio Gay’s 104-run partnership changed the momentum before England closed with a 23-run lead.
For Pakistan, Razaullah’s two wickets on Test debut were a major positive, while the bowling attack will need to finish England’s first innings quickly on Day 2. England, meanwhile, will look to turn their narrow lead into a substantial advantage.
