Pakistan lost two wickets in the post-lunch session but stretched their overall lead to 209 on day three of the spin-dominated second test against England on Thursday. Saud Shakeel, batting on 30, led Pakistan's push for a series-levelling victory on a track where most batters from both sides have struggled against the sharply turning ball.

Join our writers for updates from what could be a decisive day in this second Test.   11:01 England’s players will be taking some much needed fluid on board ahead of a huge final session on day three.

Sajid Khan has taken seven wickets on a reused wicket tailor-made for spinners and earned Pakistan the lead against England in the second cricket test.