PAK vs UAE (10th Match) – Highlights
Pakistan put up a commanding performance against the United Arab Emirates in the 10th match of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai, securing a comprehensive 41-run victory. The match was a display of balanced cricket, with Pakistan showcasing both their batting and bowling strengths while the UAE struggled to build momentum against disciplined bowling attacks. Pakistan’s win reinforced their credentials as one of the tournament’s favorites, with key players stepping up at crucial moments to ensure the home team remained in control throughout the encounter.
Chasing a modest total of 147, the UAE never really found stability in their innings. PAK, winning the toss, chose to bat first and set a competitive score. Fakhar Zaman was the standout performer with the bat, scoring a well-paced fifty off 36 balls, which included two boundaries and three sixes. Fakhar’s innings provided Pakistan with a strong foundation in the middle overs after a rocky start. The top order had a shaky beginning as both Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub were dismissed early, leaving Pakistan at 9 for 2.
Captain Salman Agha and Fakhar Zaman rebuilt the innings with controlled aggression, allowing the team to post a competitive total. Shaheen Shah Afridi’s late flourish with an unbeaten 29 off just 14 balls accelerated the final overs and ensured Pakistan reached 146 for 9 in 20 overs. Contributions from Mohammad Haris and a brisk cameo from Mohammad Nawaz added depth to the total, showing Pakistan’s ability to recover from early setbacks.
UAE’s chase never gained momentum, thanks largely to PAK balanced bowling attack. Shaheen Shah Afridi led the charge, claiming two crucial wickets while conceding only 16 runs in his three-over spell. Abrar Ahmed and Haris Rauf also contributed significantly, each picking up two wickets and keeping the scoring rate under control. Simranjeet Singh troubled the middle order with three wickets, ensuring that the UAE never threatened to reach the target.
The UAE batters showed glimpses of resistance, particularly Rahul Chopra with 35 runs off 35 balls, and Dhruv Parashar, who scored a quick 20. However, they failed to build consistent partnerships, falling short at 105 for 10 in just 17.4 overs. The early dismissals of Alishan Sharafu and Muhammad Waseem set the tone for the UAE, putting them on the back foot from the start.
Shaheen Shah Afridi’s all-round performance earned him both the Player of the Match for his match-winning contributions with bat and ball. His ability to swing the match in Pakistan’s favor at critical moments highlighted why he is considered one of the premier all-rounders in T20 cricket today. Pakistan’s bowling unit, led by Afridi and supported by experienced campaigners like Haris Rauf and Abrar Ahmed, displayed excellent discipline and execution, preventing the UAE from establishing any momentum in their innings.
Pakistan vs United Arab Emirates Scoreboard
Pakistan – 146/9 (20)
United Arab Emirates – 105/10 (17.4/20)
Result – Pakistan won by 41 runs
Player of the Match – Shaheen Shah Afridi
Shaheen Shah Afridi
PAK vs UAE Playing XI
Pakistan | Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris †, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed |
United Arab Emirates | Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Waseem (c), Muhammad Zohaib, Rahul Chopra †, Dhruv Parashar, Asif Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Haider Ali, Simranjeet Singh, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Rohid |
Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.
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