Test Match Special - England lead 'embarrassing' Pakistan

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Simon Mann presents reaction from Edgbaston after the first day of England's third and final Test against Pakistan.

Hear from former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, former Pakistan batter Ramiz Raja and Chief Cricket Commentator Jonathan Agnew after a disappointing display from Pakistan which left them trailing England at the end of the day. Hear from Josh Tongue who took four wickets on the first day in Birmingham.

Plus, former Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie speaks to Jonathan Agnew about the situation Pakistan cricket currently finds itself in.

Published on Wednesday, 9th September 2026.

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