England tore through Pakistan's batting on the first morning of the third Test at Edgbaston, taking seven wickets before lunch to leave the tourists 100-7.
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Key facts
- England took seven wickets in the opening session of the third Test.
- Pakistan were left at 100-7 at lunch on day one.
- The match is being played at Edgbaston.
- It is the third and final Test of the series, with England eyeing a series sweep.
- The BBC described Pakistan as being in 'disarray'.
England made a stunning start to the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, ripping through the tourists’ batting line-up on the opening morning. According to the BBC, England took seven wickets in the first session to leave Pakistan at 100-7 at lunch on day one.
The BBC described the visitors as being in “disarray” as their top order tumbled under sustained pressure from the England bowlers. Sky Sports coverage of the day tracked the collapse in real time, its live-blog headlines charting the fall of four, then five, then seven wickets across the morning.
England were reported to be eyeing a series sweep, and the early wickets put Joe Root’s side firmly in control of proceedings at Edgbaston.
The tourists’ inability to build partnerships in the opening exchanges left them facing an uphill battle to post a competitive first-innings total. Losing seven wickets before lunch on the first day placed Pakistan under immediate pressure in the match.
The dramatic first morning underlined England’s dominance in the contest, with the seven wickets reducing Pakistan to a precarious position at the interval.
Why it matters
A commanding first session gives England a strong platform to press for victory and a possible series sweep against Pakistan. For cricket followers, the collapse highlights the challenges facing the tourists and the momentum swinging firmly in the hosts' favour.
Frequently asked questions
What was Pakistan's score at lunch on day one?
According to the BBC, Pakistan were 100-7 at lunch on the first day of the third Test.
How many wickets did England take in the first session?
England took seven wickets in the opening session at Edgbaston.
Where is the match being played?
The third and final Test between England and Pakistan is being played at Edgbaston.
Timeline
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