Test in perfect balance as Pakistan and New Zealand grind it out

December 5 2018
The third and final Test between Pakistan and New Zealand – which is also the series decider – is still in the balance at stumps on day two at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The hosts will start the third day on 139/3, 135 runs adrift of the Black Caps' total.
Despite losing four wickets in the morning, New Zealand gained the upper hand in the first session of play. A resilient effort from BJ Watling – who faced 250 deliveries to score 77 runs – guided the visitors past 250 after finding themselves in a dire position on the first day.
The New Zealand wicket-keeper was ably assisted by...
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