Pakistan vs Australia updates, 2nd Test Day 3 in Abu Dhabi: PAK on top as AUS struggle

Australia are staring at another defeat in subcontinent. They need an improbable 491 more runs with 9 wickets remaining against Pakistan at Abu Dhabi.

Like it has been for the most of the series, it was another day dominated by Pakistan against Australia. Pakistan extended their lead to 537 before declaring at 400/9 Babar Azam was unlucky to miss out on a Test century getting out for 99. In chase of 538, Australia lost Shaun Marsh early for four.

Pakistan crickters Mir Hamza (C) celebrates after he dismissed Australian cricketer Shaun Marsh during day three of the second Test cricket match in the series between Australia and Pakistan at the Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium. (AFP)