Pakistan leads by 53 runs on day two of the series-deciding Test against England

Pakistan holds a lead of 53 runs in Session 3 on Day 2 of the series-deciding Test against England in Rawalpindi.

Saud Shakeel’s impressive 134 off 223 balls came to an end when he was caught at midwicket off Atkinson’s delivery. His crucial innings shifted Pakistan from a shaky 46 for 3 to a commanding position with a 77-run lead.

Following Shakeel, Sajid Khan provided quick support with a brisk 48 off 48 balls, further boosting Pakistan’s lead.

Earlier in Session 2, Shakeel’s century had narrowed England’s lead, bringing Pakistan close to parity with a 22-run trail.

Both teams entered the Rawalpindi Test with a win each from the Multan Tests. Shakeel, who achieved his eighth Test half-century (and sixth against England), now has eight fifties and three centuries in 15 matches.

Saud Shakeel registered his eighth Test half-century, his sixth against England, taking his career total to eight fifties and three centuries in just 15 matches.

The fourth-wicket partnership between Shakeel and Shan Masood yielded 50 runs from 120 balls, with Masood adding 18 runs and Shakeel 31, plus an extra run.

The last wicket to fall was Shan Masood, who scored a steady 26 off 70 balls. Mohammad Rizwan then joined, contributing 8 runs off 15 balls.

England stands at 24/3 at the end of Day 2 in the final Test match. Who do you think has the edge to win?