England achieved a significant milestone by clinching a 3-0 series whitewash against Pakistan, triumphing by eight wickets in the third Test at Edgbaston. The match concluded on day four, with England successfully chasing down a target of 130 runs despite some early jitters.

The contest nearly took a dramatic turn when England lost two wickets in the first over of the fourth day, with Ben Duckett (0) and Emilio Gay (0) falling to Mohammad Abbas (2-27). However, Joe Root (62 not out) and Jordan Cox (59 not out) steadied the ship, forming an unbroken 128-run partnership that secured victory in just 24.2 overs.

Pakistan's hopes of defending a low total were dashed, particularly after a no-ball from Mohammad Ali denied Root a dismissal when he was on just 23 runs.

Cox's performance has raised questions about his place in the squad for the upcoming three-match tour of South Africa, starting on December 17. While Jacob Bethell is expected to return from injury, Cox's strong showing could see him retain his spot.

Despite the series loss, Pakistan showcased some resilience, especially with Razaullah, who had a standout debut by taking four wickets and scoring 81 runs off 63 balls in the second innings. This series marked a stark contrast for Pakistan, as they now face significant challenges moving forward, having lost 11 of their last 12 away Tests.

The series results were:

• First Test (Headingley): England won by innings and 103 runs.
• Second Test (Lord's): England won by 194 runs.
• Third Test (Edgbaston): England won by eight wickets.

Experts have noted the need for Pakistan to address their issues, while England's performance has shown promise, particularly under Root's captaincy.