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England take 23-run lead against Pakistan on day one of third Test

England finished day one of the third Test against Pakistan with a 23-run lead, having bowled out the tourists for 133 at Edgbaston.

  • England bowled out Pakistan for 133 runs.
  • England finished the day on 156-4, leading by 23 runs.
  • Josh Tongue took 4-42, Ollie Robinson 3-15, and Jofra Archer 3-25 for England.

England has established a 23-run lead over Pakistan on the opening day of the third Test at Edgbaston. Pakistan was dismissed for 133, with Saud Shakeel scoring 43.

England's pace attack was effective, with Josh Tongue taking 4-42, Ollie Robinson 3-15, and Jofra Archer 3-25. Robinson also reached 100 Test wickets during the innings.

In response, England reached 156-4 by the close of play. Emilio Gay made 60 and Harry Brook scored an unbeaten 52, contributing to a 104-run partnership.

Pakistan made four changes to their team, including three debutants, following a week of internal turmoil. Despite the changes, the outcome of the day mirrored the first two Tests of the series.

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