Despite conceding a 103-run lead at the end of the first innings, England came back strongly to win the third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston by 141 runs. A collective performance from the England batting order in the second innings was followed by a good bowling effort by the hosts as they secured a 2-1 lead in the Test series with a match to go.
Moeen Ali, who scored two fifties and picked up two wickets in the second innings, was the MoM © Cricbuzz
Statistical highlights of the final day's play at Edgbaston:
6 Pakistan's losses after gaining a first-innings lead of over 100. This is their second such loss against England after a loss by forfeiture at the Oval in 2006. The 141-run margin of defeat in this game is the highest for Pakistan after gaining a 100+ lead in the first innings.
Pakistan's losses after gaining a 100-plus first innings lead
25 This was Pakistan's 25th loss in Tests outside the subcontinent when set a target of 200 or more. They have drawn six games while their only win came against New Zealand in Wellington in
