Josh Tongue took three wickets in the space of six balls as Pakistan slipped from 68-3 to 76-6 in their second innings, leaving England closing in on an innings victory in the first Test at Headingley, according to the BBC.
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Key facts
- Josh Tongue took three wickets in six balls in the first Test at Headingley, according to the BBC.
- Pakistan fell from 68-3 to 76-6 in their second innings.
- England were closing in on an innings victory, the BBC reported.
- The collapse came in the second innings of the first Test.
England seamer Josh Tongue took three wickets in the space of six balls in the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley, according to the BBC.
Pakistan, who had reached 68-3 in their second innings, slumped to 76-6 during Tongue’s spell.
With the collapse, England were closing in on an innings victory at the Yorkshire ground, the BBC reported.
Why it matters
A three-wickets-in-six-balls burst is a rare spell that can swing a Test. According to the BBC, Tongue's spell left England closing in on an innings victory in the first Test against Pakistan.
Frequently asked questions
How many wickets did Josh Tongue take in six balls?
According to the BBC, Josh Tongue took three wickets in the space of six balls during Pakistan's second innings.
What was Pakistan's score during the collapse?
Pakistan fell from 68-3 to 76-6 in their second innings, the BBC reported.
Where was the first Test played?
The first Test was played at Headingley, where England were closing in on an innings victory.
Timeline
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BBC Sport: Josh Tongue takes three wickets in six balls as Pakistan fall from 68-3 to 76-6 in their second innings of the first Test, as England close in on an innings victory at Headingley.