England Name 15-Member Squad for Third Test vs Pakistan

England have announced a 15-member squad for the third and final Test against Pakistan, scheduled to begin at Edgbaston on September 9, 2026. The team, led by captain Joe Root, will aim to complete a series whitewash after securing an unassailable 2-0 lead with victories in the first two matches. The squad was confirmed by the England and Wales Cricket Board on September 2, 2026. The only change from the group that played the second Test at Lord's is the omission of fast bowler Matt Fisher. Fast bowler Brydon Carse was not considered for selection following an incident in Derby where he was briefly arrested outside a bar on August 22. Carse was subsequently withdrawn from the squad for the second Test, and his place was taken by Sonny Baker, who retains his spot for the Edgbaston match. England's dominant position in the series was established with an innings victory in the first Test at Headingley, followed by a 194-run win at Lord's between August 27 and 30. Ollie Robinson was a key performer in the second Test, taking match figures of 8 for 135. The team will now look to secure a clean sweep against a Pakistan side undergoing significant upheaval.