Mitchell Marsh and Steve Smith led Australia’s comeback against Pakistan on day three of the second Test. After a challenging start with the hosts at 16-4, Marsh (57) and Smith (26) formed a crucial 91-run partnership, taking Australia to 107-4 at tea. Earlier, Australia bowled out Pakistan for 264 in response to their 318, with Pat Cummins (5-48) and Nathan Lyon (4-73) doing the damage. Despite a shaky start losing early wickets, Marsh and Smith’s partnership steadied the ship, with Marsh surviving a dropped catch and reaching his seventh Test half-century. Cummins took five wickets, and Lyon claimed four as Pakistan struggled after a strong start on day two.