England dominate as Pakistan suffer historic collapse; Robinson reaches 100th Test wicket
England elected to bowl first at Edgbaston under cloudy skies, and Pakistan’s innings unraveled with the top five wickets falling for single‑digit scores. Debutant fast bowler Razaullah took two wickets, while England’s bowlers kept the pressure on. In reply, Emilio Gay and Harry Brook (52 not out) put on a 104‑run partnership, taking England to 156‑4 with a 23‑run lead at the close of day one. Pakistan’s only notable resistance came from Saud Shakeel’s 43 runs. Meanwhile, Ollie Robinson claimed his 100th Test wicket, dismissing Saim Ayub leg‑before‑wicket in his second over.
Why it matters
The shift in momentum could decide the series and underscores Pakistan’s batting difficulties.
How this story developed
- Sep 9 Ollie Robinson claims 100th Test wicket as England face Pakistan at Edgbaston
- Sep 10 Robinson reached his 100th Test wicket.
