England is trending mainly because of a dramatic Test cricket match against Pakistan, alongside a Commons vote against legalising assisted dying in England and Wales. At Edgbaston, Pakistan fought back from a huge first-innings deficit on day three of the final Test. Debutant Razaullah’s explosive 81, featuring a striking display of six-hitting, prevented England from completing a 3-0 series sweep inside three days.
Pakistan scored 449 in their second innings, with Shan Masood, Babar Azam and Razaullah all reaching half-centuries. England were left needing 130 to win the match and complete the sweep. The fightback also prompted criticism of England’s tactics: former captain Alastair Cook said the team had “no plan” and were “out of control” against Razaullah’s hitting.
Separately, MPs voted down a renewed attempt to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. The bill’s failure angered supporters and followed the Lords blocking earlier legislation. That decision adds a significant political story to coverage otherwise dominated by England’s cricket team.
