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UAE T20 Tri-Series 2025 5th Match: Pakistan Won By 31 Runs, Fakhar’s 77
Updated - 5-SEP-2025 6:24 IST
On 4 September, in the UAE tri-nation series 2025, the fifth match was played between Pakistan and the UAE at Sharjah. Pakistan beat UAE by 31 runs, sealing their place against Afghanistan in the tournament final on 7 September.
Match Summary
Fakhar Zaman’s 77* impressive inning, Pakistan scored 171
The most famous was Fakhar Zaman, who scored his maiden T20 fifty in 15 games with an undefeated 77 off 44 balls. Together with Mohammad Nawaz (37 off 27 balls), he formed an essential 91-run partnership that saved Pakistan from a dangerous 80/5 scenario. Although the top order struggled early on and wickets dropped often, Fakhar's performance gave the team much-needed impetus and steadiness.
Fakhar and Nawaz's sixth-wicket partnership prevented a collapse and turned the tide in Pakistan's favor.
UAE's chase was stopped by Abrar's outstanding bowling performance
Alishan Sharafu scored 68 from 51 balls, including four boundaries, demonstrating strong resistance at the top. Dhruv Parashar (18*) and Muhammad Waseem (19) both made contributions, but the middle order was unable to form alliances.
The UAE hitters were severely upset by Abrar Ahmed's career-best 4 for 9 in 4 overs, which he delivered with carrom balls and googlies. Mohammad Nawaz and Shaheen Shah Afridi contributed vital wickets to help limit the score.
The UAE's chase was stopped by Abrar's outstanding bowling performance, which allowed Pakistan to keep control and win.
Pakistan Will Face Afghanistan in The UAE T20 Tri Series Final
The win by Pakistan secured them a spot in the tri-series final against Afghanistan on September 7. It provided a welcome boost ahead of the 2025 Asia Cup and showcased the depth and toughness of Pakistan's Twenty20 team.