Pakistan produced their best batting performance of the England tour on Day 3 of the third Test at Edgbaston and extended the match to a fourth day. After being in trouble earlier in the Test, Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 449 in their second innings, giving England 130 runs to win.
The day started with Pakistan trying to recover from a tough position. Shan Masood and Azan Awais provided the first stability, while Babar Azam contributed an important 76. Masood came agonisingly close to a century in 95 and Awais 59. Pakistan’s contributions gave the visitors new belief in themselves and their second innings.
Razaullah Steals the Spotlight
Razaullah was Pakistan debutant Razaullah’s biggest talking point of Day 3. He came in at No. 9 and played a devastating attacking innings of 81 from 63 balls.
Razaullah struck nine sixes and four boundaries and, at a crucial moment, took the attack to England’s bowlers. His aggressive batting was particularly important because Pakistan were in danger of being bowled out without giving England a meaningful chase.
Razaullah and Mohammad Abbas made a 121-run partnership for the ninth wicket. Abbas also played a significant role in the score of 42 that he achieved, which was also his career best Test score. Their partnership changed the momentum of the match completely.
England's Bowlers Face Late Pressure.
England had seemed to be in control earlier in the match, but their bowlers were struggling to close out Pakistan’s innings quickly.
Gus Atkinson took three wickets while Josh Tongue and Dan Lawrence also contributed with the ball. But the lower-order resistance meant England had to spend much longer in the field than expected.
Pakistan’s 449 ultimately gave England a target of 130, making this an intriguing last day.
🚨 Razaullah smashed 9 sixes on his Test debut — a WORLD RECORD! 🤯🔥
— 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗵𝘂¹⁸ (@Sandhufied) September 11, 2026
What makes this even more incredible is that just a few days ago, he didn’t even have a passport when the PCB reached out to him.
Looks like Pakistan have found a serious talent.
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What should be expected on Day 4?
England will be the obvious favourites on Day 4, as they only need 130 runs to win. Pakistan will feel like they have a serious chance after their dramatic fightback.
The key battle will be England's top order against Pakistan's new-ball attack. With only 130 runs needed, England's batters might look to attack, but early wickets could immediately create pressure.
Pakistan will need a powerful bowling performance. Their best course to victory is to take two or three early wickets and put England's middle order under pressure.
The pitch and the condition will also be critical. If Pakistan’s bowlers can find movement with the new ball, the relatively small target could become much more challenging than it appears.
England still in control but Pakistan have hope.
England are still on track to make a 3-0 series sweep, but Day 3 meant the last Test won’t end as quickly as many had hoped. Pakistan’s batting recovery has given them one last chance for a memorable win.
Day 4, scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, will be decisive. England will need 130 runs to win, and Pakistan will need 10 wickets to complete an amazing turnaround.
