Pakistan’s top order collapses early on Day 1 of the third and final Test against England at Edgbaston, with Babar Azam dismissed shortly after play begins in the morning session. The accounts describe Babar’s off-stump being uprooted, highlighting the pace and accuracy of England’s bowling.
Multiple reports portray Pakistan as left reeling within roughly the first 90 minutes of the match’s opening session. The framing emphasizes a rapid collapse of the top order, with Pakistan unable to build momentum against England in the early stages. The focus across sources is on the speed of wickets falling and the immediate impact on Pakistan’s innings after Babar’s dismissal.
While specific ball-by-ball details are not provided in the supplied text, the outlets agree on the overall sequence: early morning batting difficulties for Pakistan, Babar’s dismissal via a bowling strike that dislodges his off-stump, and a fast-moving collapse during the morning period of Day 1.
