England secure a Test series clean sweep against Pakistan as Joe Root steers the hosts to a successful chase. Multiple reports describe a tense middle period in the match, with Pakistan causing early damage after play resumes.
One point of emphasis across outlets is the early scare on the fourth morning. Mohammad Abbas takes both openers for nought in the first over, leaving England in danger of losing momentum. From there, Root plays a stabilising role, building an innings that allows England to reach the target and close out the match.
While the coverage highlights Root’s match-defining contribution, the outlets differ mainly in the framing of the broader story—some describe it as an end to a “turbulent” summer, while others focus directly on the clean-sweep outcome. The common thread is England’s ability to respond to early setbacks and finish the series without dropping a Test.
