UAE vs PAK Match Analysis
The 10th match of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 will see the United Arab Emirates (UAE) face Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 17, 2025. The game is a crucial Group A encounter where Pakistan will look to bounce back after a tough defeat, while UAE will aim to continue their momentum.
The UAE is entering this clash high on confidence after a dominant win over Oman. Their batting has shown depth, with key contributions coming from both the top and middle order. The bowling attack, led by some young quicks and spinners, has also been effective in containing opposition.
Pakistan, on the other hand, faced a tough outing against India in their last match. Their batters struggled against high-quality bowling, and only a few partnerships stood out. However, with world-class pacers and experienced batters in their lineup, they remain strong contenders to bounce back.
United Arab Emirates vs Pakistan Team Preview & Squads
United Arab Emirates
Muhammad Waseem, the UAE captain, is known for his aggressive batting style and ability to lead from the front. He has been the side’s most reliable top-order performer in recent years. His leadership has instilled a fearless attitude within the team.
The UAE batting lineup revolves around Muhammad Waseem and Asif Khan, who are capable of producing match-winning knocks. Middle-order players like Alishan Sharafu and Aryansh Sharma provide stability. The inclusion of Rahul Chopra as wicketkeeper-batter adds further assurance.
UAE’s bowling attack has a mix of pace and spin. Muhammad Jawadullah and Junaid Siddique lead the seam department, while Dhruv Parashar and Simranjeet Singh provide spin options. Their balance allows them to adapt to varying match situations.
In their last game against Oman, the UAE put on a commanding performance. Batting first, they posted 172/5 with Muhammad Waseem and Asif Khan contributing significantly. Their bowlers then dismantled Oman’s batting lineup, restricting them to just 130 in 18.4 overs. UAE sealed the victory by 42 runs, boosting their net run rate and confidence ahead of this Pakistan clash.
United Arab Emirates Squad
United Arab Emirates
Muhammad Waseem (c), Asif Khan, Rahul Chopra (wk), Ethan D’Souza, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Harshit Kaushik, Matiullah Khan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Rohid, Muhammad Zohaib, Dhruv Parashar, Saghir Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Simranjeet Singh
Pakistan
Salman Agha, leading PAK, brings both stability with the bat and maturity as a leader. He has been consistent in domestic and international formats, making him a dependable option at the crease. His captaincy will be crucial in reviving Pakistan’s Asia Cup campaign.
PAK boasts experienced batters like Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan at the top, supported by youngsters such as Saim Ayub and Hasan Nawaz. All-rounders like Faheem Ashraf and Khushdil Shah add depth in the middle order. The presence of Mohammad Haris as wicketkeeper-batter further strengthens the lineup.
Pakistan’s bowling remains their strongest department with Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf spearheading the pace attack. Abrar Ahmed and Sufiyan Muqeem bring variety with spin, while Hasan Ali and Mohammad Wasim add firepower in the middle overs. This attack can dismantle any batting lineup.
Pakistan faced arch-rivals India in their last encounter but fell short. Batting first, they managed only 127/9 in 20 overs, failing to capitalize on key partnerships. India comfortably chased the target, scoring 131/3 in just 15.5 overs. Pakistan lost by 7 wickets with 25 balls remaining, exposing their batting vulnerabilities.
Pakistan Squad
Pakistan
Salman Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem
Match Details | ||
Match | United Arab Emirates vs Pakistan | 10th Match | Group A | T20 Asia Cup 2025 | |
Date | 17/09/2025 (Wednesday) | |
Time | 08:30 PM (BDT) / 07:30 PM GMT / 07:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | |
Recent performance | United Arab Emirates – L L L L W | Pakistan – L W W W L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on SLH(Sports Live Hub) | |
UAE vs PAK Outfield Report
The Dubai pitch is generally batting-friendly under lights, but new-ball bowlers often find swing early on. Spinners come into play as the game progresses. A score around 160–170 is usually competitive.
The weather is expected to be hot and dry with temperatures around 34°C at the start of play. Humidity levels could rise later in the evening, bringing dew into play. This may give an advantage to the chasing side.
Historically, the Dubai International Cricket Stadium has witnessed high-scoring encounters. The highest first innings totals hover around 190+, while teams batting first have sometimes been restricted to under 120. Predictably, a safe first-innings score should be around 165–175 runs.
United Arab Emirates vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
Pakistan holds a dominant record against the UAE, winning all their previous five encounters in T20Is. UAE, however, will look to break the streak with their improved side and home conditions advantage.
UAE vs PAK Prediction
Event | United Arab Emirates | Pakistan |
Toss Winner | – | Pakistan |
Player of the Match | – | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Run Scorer | Muhammad Waseem | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Wicket Taker | Junaid Siddique | Shaheen Shah Afridi |
Most Sixes | Muhammad Waseem | Sahibzada Farhan |
Predicted Score | 160+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 45% | 55% |
According to cricket analysts Pakistan have a 55% chance of Winning.
