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England takes early lead against Pakistan after dismissal on opening day

England secured a 23-run lead against Pakistan on the first day of the third Test, according to BBC News.

The short version

  • England dismissed Pakistan for 133 runs on the opening day of the third Test at Edgbaston.[BBC News]
  • Josh Tongue, Ollie Robinson, and Jofra Archer shared the ten wickets, with Robinson surpassing 100 Test dismissals.[BBC News]
  • England reached 156-4 by stumps to build a 23-run lead, led by half-centuries from Emilio Gay and Harry Brook.[BBC News]

Key facts

  • Pakistan were bowled out for 133 runs on the first day of the third Test at Edgbaston.[BBC News]
  • England ended the day at 156-4, establishing a 23-run lead.[BBC News]
  • Josh Tongue claimed 4-42, Ollie Robinson recorded 3-15, and Jofra Archer took three wickets.[BBC News]
  • Ollie Robinson surpassed 100 career Test wickets during Pakistan's innings.[BBC News]
  • Emilio Gay made 60 runs and Harry Brook added an unbeaten 52 for England.[BBC News]

Sources

Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.