England moved closer to a 3-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan at Edgbaston after Ollie Robinson produced another outstanding spell on Thursday. The fast bowler took two wickets in his opening over of Pakistan’s second innings as the visitors reached 52-2 before rain brought an early end to play on day two. Pakistan still need 268 runs to make England bat again. Robinson Continues Remarkable Series Robinson, who was named Player of the Match in the first two Tests, struck with the very
England captain Joe Root has defended Pakistan ahead of the third and final Test, rejecting suggestions that Babar Azam’s side has shown “no fight” during the ongoing series. Pakistan are 2-0 down after heavy defeats in the first two Tests, but Root believes the criticism does not tell the complete story. Joe Root Rejects Criticism of Pakistan Speaking ahead of the third Test between England and Pakistan, Root said it would be disrespectful to describe Pakistan as a team that offered no challenge.
With the third and final Test about to begin at Edgbaston, cricket's emotional atmosphere oozes with polarising feelings. This week is a mega opportunity for England to put the final polish on an overwhelmingly positive home summer and win 3-0 in the series. As for Pakistan, it is a fight of redemption — a chance to redeem some pride, silence the critics and turn the page on a painful two weeks. There have been no kind journeys to Birmingham for the tourists. Having
Pakistan cricket is set for a major rebuilding phase following a disappointing Test series in England, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) making significant changes to the team and coaching setup. Pakistan lost the first two Tests of the three-match series, suffering heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s. The results have increased pressure on the national side and prompted the PCB to make changes ahead of the final Test. Major Changes in Pakistan Team The PCB has released several players from the squad,
England have left fast bowler Brydon Carse out of their squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Wednesday. Carse Misses Final Test The 31-year-old Carse also missed the second Test after being arrested following an incident outside a nightclub in Derby. He remains under investigation by Derbyshire Police, according to British media reports. Sonny Baker Retains His Place Carse's replacement, 23-year-old left-arm pacer Sonny Baker, has retained his place in
England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan following an investigation into an incident at a club in Derby on Saturday night, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Monday. Carse, who did not feature in England’s opening Test victory at Headingley, will be replaced by Sonny Baker as the investigation continues. ECB Confirms Cricket Regulator Investigation The ECB said it had referred the matter to the Cricket Regulator, which will investigate
England fast bowler Brydon Carse is under investigation following a reported incident in Derby on Saturday night, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed on Sunday. The investigation comes as England prepares for the second Test against Pakistan at Lord’s next week. ECB Confirms Investigation An ECB spokesperson confirmed that the governing body was aware of the reported incident and had begun investigating the circumstances. “We are aware of an incident which is reported to have taken place in Derby last night









