England survive Pakistan scare to seal 3-0 Test series sweep

England secured a 3-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan in Birmingham, with Joe Root's side winning the final match at Edgbaston by eight wickets. The tourists needed 130 to win on Day 4, but were initially threatened by Ben Duckett and Tyson Gay, both dismissed in the opening over. However, Jordan Cox and Root steadied the ship, with Root driving Mohammad Ali for a duck.

Cox and Root both reached half-centuries, finishing unbeaten on 59 and 62 respectively, as England's win brought their series victory since 2024. The series marked Pakistan's 16th loss in their last 20 red-ball matches and 11th loss in their previous 12 away Tests. Pakistan captain Babar Azam admitted their mistakes and emphasized the need to work on their batting lineup, while Pakistan's player of the series, Muhammad Abbas, attributed their poor performance to the unfamiliar weather conditions.

Debutant Razaullah stood out with nine sixes in his 81 runs and took four wickets, providing a highlight for his side. England's captain Root expressed excitement about his return to the captaincy and the potential for cultural growth within the team, while pointing out the need for a consistent work ethic. England's fast-bowling quartet of Gus Atkinson, Ollie Robinson, Jofra Archer, and Josh Tongue proved crucial, with Robinson taking 21 wickets at an average of 8.76 and Tongue adding 19 at 16.31.