In the third Rothesay Test at Edgbaston, England's commanding performance puts them on the brink of a two-day victory against Pakistan. Following a first innings score of 453, England leads by 320 runs, while Pakistan struggles at 52-2, still 268 runs behind.

The match faced interruptions due to rain, halting England's momentum as they aimed for a swift conclusion. At the time of the break, Pakistan was in dire straits, having not reached 200 runs or batted for more than 51 overs in the series.

Key performances from the hosts included:

• Harry Brook: 75 runs
• Jamie Smith: 69 runs
• Dan Lawrence: 65 runs
• Ollie Robinson: 50 runs

Despite the dominance, no England batsman achieved a century, marking a disappointing statistic as they conclude a summer with only one hundred from Ben Duckett against New Zealand.

Historically, England has struggled to finish series strongly, but under Joe Root’s captaincy, they exhibit a newfound calmness and ruthlessness. The contrast in performance against a struggling Pakistan side highlights England's ability to capitalize on favorable conditions.

Robinson, in exceptional form, took 4 wickets for 42 runs, showcasing his critical role in the team. As England prepares to finish the series with a clean sweep, the focus shifts to maintaining this momentum into future contests, especially the upcoming Ashes series next summer.