UAE T20 Tri-Series 2025 3rd Match: AFG Won By 38 Runs, Zadran’s 63

On 1 September, in the third match of the tri series in uae 2025, played between Afghanistan and the UAE at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Afghanistan beat the UAE by 38 runs. Ibrahim Zadran scored 63 runs. 

Match Summary

Afghanistan’s Strong Batting Display

Afghanistan took advantage of favorable batting conditions in Dubai by choosing to bat first after winning the toss. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran, the openers, got off to a fast start and quickly formed a combination that set the stage for a massive score. The UAE bowlers were disappointed by Gurbaz's aggressive stroke play and Ibrahim's poise.

In the middle overs, experienced Mohammad Nabi and captain Hashmatullah Shahidi solidified the innings. Afghanistan's scoring rate was raised by Nabi's fantastic cameo, which included powerful strikes down the ground. Afghanistan concluded with a dominant total of more than 170 runs in their 20 overs, thanks to contributions from the lower order.

UAE Struggle Against Afghan Pace and Spin

The UAE's innings never really got going while chasing a challenging score. Fazalhaq Farooqi, Afghanistan's speed leader, scored early and easily dismissed the UAE openers. When Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman maintained ongoing tension, the introduction of spin severely damaged the UAE's chase.

The UAE's middle order attempted to withstand Muhammad Waseem's hard knock, but wickets fell frequently. In the middle overs, Rashid Khan's variations made him unplayable, giving Afghanistan the victory.

Afghanistan looks well set to reach the tri-series final

Afghanistan has the potential to make it to the tri-series final with this win, showing its flexibility and depth in the UAE. The loss was a blow to the hosts, the United Arab Emirates, who now have to win their next games to qualify for the competition.

 

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