On the second day of the third Test of England’s tour to Pakistan, Pakistan led by 77 runs after finishing their first innings with 344 runs in 96.4 overs.
Saud Shakeel led Pakistan’s powerful reply with a tenacious 134 off 223 balls before being dismissed by Gus Atkinson. Sajid Khan smashed two boundaries and four sixes in his rapid 48 from 48 balls.
Atkinson gave vital help with two dismissals, while Rehan Ahmed took four wickets for England.
The innings’ high point was Shakeel’s methodical knock, which helped Pakistan recover from an early 46-3 deficit. In order to tie the score, England is currently getting ready to reply in the final session.
