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England's Root escapes no-ball dismissal in Test

Updated 2026-09-12 11:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Joe Root narrowly avoided a no-ball dismissal during England’s third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston. The delivery by Mohammed Ali was ruled as a no-ball, saving Root and keeping England’s hopes alive.

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'Celebrations cut short!' - no-ball saves Root after being bowled

England captain Joe Root gets a huge let-off after being bowled for 23 by Mohammed Ali, but the dismissal is overturned after the delivery was a no-ball, with England 35-2, chasing 130 to win the third and final Test at Edgbaston.

2026-09-12 11:24 UTC