UAE vs PAK Match Analysis
The second match of the UAE Tri-Series 2025 will see the United Arab Emirates take on Pakistan at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on August 30, 2025, with the game scheduled to start in the afternoon local time. Fans can expect a high-energy contest as both teams look to gain momentum early in the series.
The United Arab Emirates team has a mix of experienced campaigners and young talents, offering a competitive edge in the Tri-Series. They have shown flashes of brilliance in limited opportunities, but will need consistency to challenge top teams.
Pakistan enters this match as a strong favorite with a squad full of international experience and match-winners in all departments. Their blend of explosive batting and lethal bowling makes them a formidable opponent in T20 cricket.
United Arab Emirates vs Pakistan Team Preview & Squads
United Arab Emirates
Muhammad Waseem leads the UAE with both tactical acumen and batting ability. He has been instrumental in guiding younger players and setting aggressive targets. Under his leadership, the UAE has developed a more attacking approach in T20s.
UAE’s batting is anchored by Waseem and Rahul Chopra, who can stabilize or accelerate the innings as needed. Middle-order options like Asif Khan and Haider Ali provide flexibility to handle different match situations. However, their depth may be tested against Pakistan’s strong bowling attack.
The UAE bowling relies on a combination of experience and pace variations. Junaid Siddique and Muhammad Farooq offer breakthroughs in crucial phases. The team will depend on disciplined line and length to contain Pakistan’s batting firepower.
On July 27, 2025, the UAE fell 8 runs short against Uganda in the Pearl of Africa Series. Uganda posted 170/7, and UAE could only manage 162/9 in 20 overs. The match highlighted gaps in their middle-order finishing and bowling consistency. UAE will look to improve on both fronts against Pakistan.
United Arab Emirates Squads
United Arab Emirates
Muhammad Waseem (c), Asif Khan, Rahul Chopra (wk), Ethan D’Souza, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Harshit Kaushik, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Rohid, Muhammad Zohaib, Dhruv Parashar, Saghir Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma
Pakistan
Salman Agha leads Pakistan with a calm yet aggressive approach, capable of influencing games with both leadership and personal performances. He has successfully managed a squad full of match-winners and youngsters alike.
PAK boasts a powerful batting line-up, led by Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Nawaz. Khushdil Shah and Hussain Talat strengthen the middle order with composure and finishing skill. The depth ensures they can recover from early setbacks or accelerate when chasing big totals.
PAK bowling arsenal features express pacers like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf, supported by spinners Abrar Ahmed and Mohammad Nawaz. Their ability to strike early and maintain pressure through the middle overs is a key strength. Pakistan’s bowling depth gives them control in virtually any match scenario.
Pakistan registered a comfortable 13-run victory against the West Indies in the 3rd T20I at Lauderhill on August 3, 2025. Chasing 177, Pakistan managed 189/4, while restricting the West Indies to 176/6. The game highlighted Pakistan’s blend of explosive batting and controlled bowling.
Pakistan Squads
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 | 2nd Match | United Arab Emirates T20I Tri-Series 2025 | |
Date | 30/08/2025 (Saturday) | |
Time | 09:00 PM (BDT) / 08:00 PM GMT / 08:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | |
Recent performance | United Arab Emirates – L W W W L | Pakistan – L W W L W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
UAE vs PAK Outfield Report
Batsmen at Sharjah enjoy a pitch that offers both true bounce and consistent pace. Spinners can also extract some turn, particularly in the middle overs, making it a balanced track for both batters and bowlers. Batsmen who rotate strike well and capitalize on loose deliveries usually enjoy the conditions.
The weather in Sharjah is expected to be clear with temperatures around 36°C, with low humidity during the afternoon hours. Light winds may help swing bowlers in early overs, but the conditions largely favor batting. A sunny day ahead could pave the way for a thrilling, run-heavy encounter.
Historically, scores at Sharjah fluctuate between 140-200 in T20s. Batting first often results in totals around 180-190, while teams chasing have comfortably crossed 170 if wickets are preserved in the powerplay. This match may follow a similar trend, favoring aggressive batting upfront.
United Arab Emirates vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
Pakistan has dominated the head-to-head record, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters. UAE has struggled to contain Pakistan’s batting and bowling in previous meetings, making them clear underdogs in this contest.
UAE vs PAK Prediction
Event | United Arab Emirates | Pakistan |
Toss Winner | – | Pakistan |
Player of the Match | – | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Run Scorer | Muhammad Zohaib | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Wicket Taker | Haider Ali | Hasan Ali |
Most Sixes | Muhammad Zohaib | Sahibzada Farhan |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 200+ |
Win Probability | 47% | 53% |
According to cricket analysts Pakistan have a 53% chance of Winning.
