England asserted dominance over Pakistan on the first day of the third Test at Edgbaston, bowling out the visitors for 133. Josh Tongue claimed four wickets for 42 runs, with Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer contributing a combined six wickets.
In response, England reached 156-4 by the close of play, establishing a lead of 23 runs. Emilio Gay made 60, and Harry Brook was unbeaten on 52. Pakistan's top five batsmen were all dismissed for single figures, a first for a Test first innings in England.
Ollie Robinson achieved his 100th Test wicket during the innings, dismissing Saim Ayub. Pakistan, who made four changes to their side, struggled against England's seam bowlers throughout the day.