Shan Masood, Azan Awais hold up England with century stand

Pakistan's batting improved on Day 3 of the third Test against England at Edgbaston. Shan Masood and Azan Awais formed a strong partnership, with both players scoring half-centuries. Awais was dismissed for 59 off 84 balls, featuring 10 fours, according to Yahoo Sports.

Masood continued to bat, frustrating England with his calm and classy play. He reached 83, then 95, before being caught by Dan Lawrence, as reported by BBC Sport. At the lunch break, Pakistan was 184-3, with captain Babar Azam on 26 with five boundaries.

Pakistan still trailed England by 136 runs. England had made 453 in their first innings, after Pakistan was bowled out for 133.

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