West Indies Struggle on Day One of Third Test at Edgbaston
- The first day of the third Test match at Edgbaston saw fast bowlers from both England and West Indies performing exceptionally well.
- Conditions that initially favored batters turned quickly as a total of 13 wickets fell.
- Viewers can catch the exciting action on Sky Sports as Day Two begins.
In a surprising turn of events during the third Test at Edgbaston, West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite's decision to bat first after winning the toss did not yield the expected results. The team was bowled out for 282 runs, with England's bowlers capitalizing on the conditions, leading to a dramatic day that saw 13 wickets fall. By the close of play, England found themselves in a precarious position at 38 for 3. Warwickshire bowler Chris Woakes expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, noting the challenge of bowling first on a good pitch. He highlighted the importance of the bowling unit's ability to apply pressure, particularly during periods of swing that led to clusters of wickets. Notably, West Indies' Jason Holder and Joshua Da Silva provided some resistance, forming a crucial partnership of 109 runs for the sixth wicket. Despite the early setbacks, England remained optimistic about their batting prospects. The team aims to capitalize on the pitch conditions, which they believe still favor batting. England's nightwatchman Mark Wood and opener Zak Crawley fell victim to West Indies bowlers Jayden Seales and Alzarri Joseph, respectively, leaving the team with a challenging task ahead. As the series continues, England will look to regroup and build partnerships in their second innings. The second day of the Test will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Cricket, with play set to resume at 11 am.