England secured a comprehensive 3-0 Test series victory over Pakistan after a composed eight-wicket win in the third and final Test at Edgbaston. This result marks the first time England have achieved a series whitewash against Pakistan in a home Test campaign, cementing their dominance throughout the three-match encounter.
The hosts were set a target of 130 runs to complete the sweep, but the chase began in dramatic fashion. Pakistan seamer Mohammad Abbas provided his side with an immediate glimmer of hope by dismissing both Ben Duckett and Emilio Gay in the opening over, leaving England reeling at 2 for 2. However, the early breakthrough proved to be the final moment of success for the tourists as the middle order took control.
Root and Cox anchor successful chase
Following the early loss of the openers,
Pakistan had chances to force their way back into the game, most notably when Root chopped a delivery from Mohammad Ali onto his stumps, only for the bowler to be penalised for a no-ball. Root also survived a difficult chance that flew between two slip fielders. Capitalising on these reprieves, the experienced batter settled into a rhythm, eventually reaching his half-century and frustrating the Pakistan bowling attack.
At the other end, Cox grew in confidence as the partnership surpassed the 100-run mark. He reached his own fifty as the duo steered England to the target with ease, finishing the match with eight wickets in hand. This victory followed England's commanding performances earlier in the series, including an innings and 103-run win at Headingley and a 194-run triumph at Lord's.
