Crawley’s maiden ton lifts England in third test v Pakistan

Cricket - Third Test - England v Pakistan - Ageas Bowl, Southampton, Britain - August 21, 2020 England players and staff with head coach Chris Silverwood before the start of the days play, as play resumes behind closed doors following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Alastair Grant/Pool via REUTERS

SOUTHAMPTON, England (Reuters) - Zak Crawley enhanced his burgeoning reputation with a near faultless first test century to lead England to a commanding 332 for four at the close of play on the opening day of the third and final test against Pakistan at the Rose Bowl on Friday.

Crawley, 22, had only scored three first class hundreds prior to the test, but was in imperious form as he ended the day on a career-best 171 not out.