Published on: Sep 8, 2026 3:30 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 8, 2026 1:59 pm IST
England and Pakistan are all set to lock horns one final time in the ongoing 3-match test series. With the series already in their grasp, the hosts, England, will look to go for the kill and make it 3-0 in the series. Meanwhile, Pakistan, who have nothing to lose now, will only play for pride and avoid yet another Test series whitewash. This clash will take place in Edgbaston, a venue that has historically favored the hosts. They will leave no stone unturned in the quest to secure a series whitewash with a win in this contest. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 3rd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England 2026 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
The Pakistan selection committee has dropped a bombshell ahead of this Test match. They have axed as many as 7 players from the squad and brought in some new faces. With an inexperienced side available for selection on English soil, the hosts should start as the outright favorites ahead of this fixture. Therefore, the win probability meter should lean in favor of the hosts. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 3rd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England 2026 at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
ENG: 76% win chance PAK: 34% win chance
Harry's love affair against Pakistan in red ball cricket is well known. He is the leading run getter in the series and will play a crucial role for the hosts in the middle order.
Saud has been Pakistan's leading run-getter so far in the series with 132 runs from 4 innings. He will be among the top bets in this game for Pakistan.
The English skipper has managed only one fifty across three innings in this series. He is a far more better batter than his numbers in this series. He remains a prime bet in the batting order.
Pakistan's best batter for quite some time, Babar will play a crucial role for the side. Although he hasn't been at his best, but remains a crucial cog in the batting order.
Check out our prediction for the ENG vs PAK 3rd Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
Pakistan’s turbulent Test campaign against England has taken another dramatic turn ahead of the third and final clash in Birmingham. With the series already lost, the selection committee dropped seven players from the squad, recalling Agha Salman, Mohammad Rizwan, Imam‑ul‑Haq, Ali Usman, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Awais Zafar, and Khurram Shahzad back home. In their place, the PCB has introduced eight fresh faces to bolster the side.
Among them, Saim Ayub (eight Tests) and Abdullah Fazal (two Tests) bring limited experience, while youngsters like Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Jr, Mohammad Imran, Razaullah, and wicketkeeper‑batter Saad Baig represent a bold gamble on raw talent. The shake‑up extends beyond the playing XI, with Mike Hesson, Pakistan’s white‑ball coach, asked to take charge of the Test side for the remainder of the WTC cycle. Former Australia bowling coach Ashley Noffke joins him, while Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul have been sidelined.
With pride the only prize left, Pakistan’s revamped squad faces a daunting task against a dominant England. The Birmingham Test will be less about results and more about resilience, as the new‑look side seeks to avoid a humiliating whitewash and restore some credibility to their campaign.
England’s new era under Joe Root’s captaincy has begun on a promising note, with the hosts taking a commanding 1–0 lead in the three-match series against Pakistan. The second Test at Lord’s offers them the perfect opportunity to secure an unassailable 2–0 advantage, ensuring the series is wrapped up before the final game.
The batting lineup looks formidable, with Harry Brook and Ben Duckett expected to provide stability and aggression at the top. Root’s presence adds authority and consistency, while the inclusion of Jamie Smith strengthens the middle order. England’s bowling attack remains their biggest weapon, spearheaded by Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue, who will look to exploit the swing-friendly conditions at Lord’s. The return of Jofra Archer adds raw pace and intimidation, giving England a lethal edge.
With home advantage and momentum firmly on their side, England will be eager to press hard and deny Pakistan any chance of a comeback. A win at Lord’s would not only seal the series but also underline Root’s leadership credentials, setting the tone for a dominant summer of Test cricket. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 94 PAK won: 23 ENG won: 32 Draw: 39 RECENT form ENGLAND: W L L W W RECENT form PAKISTAN: L L W L L
In 94 Test matches played between the two sides, England leads the way with 32 wins, whereas Pakistan have won 23 games. A total of 39 fixtures between the two sides have ended in a draw.
How will the two teams, i.e., England and Pakistan, fare in the 3rd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England 2026? Let’s take a look.
Saim Ayub, Azan Awais, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (C), Saud Shakeel, Ghazi Gori (WK), Sajid Khan, Mohammad Imran, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali
Emilio Gay, Ben Duckett, Jordan Cox, Joe Root (C), Harry Brook, Daniel Lawrence, Jamie Smith (WK), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 3rd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England 2026 between Pakistan and England at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
At Edgbaston, batting first has often proven decisive, with the pitch offering early seam movement before easing out. Captains winning the toss may prefer to set a total above 300, allowing spinners to dictate terms later. With mild temperatures and low rain risk, conditions are set for a gripping Test battle in Birmingham.
The 3rd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England 2026 will be streamed live online on the Sony LIV app. The live TV coverage of this series will take place on Sony Sports Channel 1 and 3.
Pakistan enters this contest with some of their regulars missing. Meanwhile, the hosts, England, have confidence brimming after two wins in a row. They will look to finish the job and secure a series whitewash by winning this fixture. Expect England to give Pakistan a run for their money by securing the series 3-0. Therefore, as per our prediction, England is expected to win the ENG vs PAK 2nd Test of the Pakistan Tour of England.
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