Day 2: England 135-3 in reply to Pakistan's 234 in third Test

Day 2: England 135-3 in reply to Pakistan's 234 in third Test
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Summary England lost Alastair Cook (49) and Joe Root (four) in the post-lunch session.

SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates, Nov 2, 2015 (AFP) - England, replying to Pakistan s first innings total of 234, were 135-3 at tea on the second day of the third and final Test in Sharjah on Monday.

Ian Bell was unbeaten on 40 and with him James Taylor was 26 not out as England, seeking to level the series, trail by 99 runs at Sharjah stadium.

England lost Alastair Cook (49) and Joe Root (four) in the post-lunch session.

Pakistan lead the three-match series 1-0 after winning the second Test in Dubai by 178 runs. The first Test ended in a draw in Abu Dhabi.