Pakistan vs Afghanistan Highlights, Final – UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025 – Pakistan Won by 75 Runs

End of Match: Pakistan beat Afghanistan

Over 15.5: 0 0 1b 0 W

AFG: 66 all out in 15.5 overs | Target: 142 | PAK won by 75 runs

Pakistan clinch the tri-series in Sharjah!

Sufiyan Muqeem sealed the deal by dismissing Ghazanfar with a thick outside edge to short third, Abrar Ahmed completing the catch. Afghanistan folded meekly, never recovering from early jolts. Pakistan’s bowling unit was clinical, led by Mohammad Nawaz’s five-wicket haul and strong support from Muqeem and Abrar. This becomes the second-lowest total ever defended at Sharjah, underlining Pakistan’s dominance tonight.

End of Over 15: Afghanistan 65/9

Over 15: 0 0 0 0 0 1

AFG: 65/9 | CRR: 4.33 | RRR: 15.40 | Need 77 from 30b

Tight over from Abrar Ahmed!

Abrar Ahmed bowled a probing over with plenty of flight and turn, keeping Farooqi tied down. Five dots in a row built pressure before Farooqi finally managed a single off the last ball to keep strike. Afghanistan’s chase looks all but over with the asking rate now soaring beyond 15 an over.

End of Over 14: Afghanistan 64/9

Over 14: W 0 0 1 0 6 0

AFG: 64/9 | CRR: 4.57 | RRR: 13.00 | Need 78 from 36b

Nawaz shines while Muqeem adds to Afghanistan’s misery!

Noor Ahmad fell trying to force the pace, edging a tossed-up ball to a sharp catch from Abrar Ahmed. Ghazanfar struck one clean six but otherwise found it tough against Muqeem’s variations. With Farooqi merely hanging in, Afghanistan are staring at defeat with just one wicket in hand and 78 still required off 36 balls.

End of Over 13: Afghanistan 57/8

Over 13: 6 W 1 0 1 0

AFG: 57/8 | CRR: 4.38 • RRR: 12.14 • Need 85 from 42b

Mohammad Nawaz finishes with a stunning 5-for, dismantling Afghanistan’s chase.

Rashid Khan offered a glimmer of fight with a massive six over the ropes, but Nawaz struck back immediately to remove him. A chaotic catch at cover saw Rashid depart after a lively cameo, leaving Afghanistan in tatters at 57/8. Nawaz wrapped up his spell with extraordinary figures of 4-1-19-5, applying the final nail in the coffin. Afghanistan’s hopes now rest solely on the tail, with the required rate ballooning over 12 runs per over.

End of Over 12: Afghanistan 49/7

Over 12: 1 0 0 0 0 1

AFG: 49/7 | CRR: 4.08 • RRR: 11.62 • Need 93 from 48b

Tight over from Sufiyan Muqeem, just two singles added.

Muqeem came into the attack and immediately applied the brakes. Rashid Khan struggled to connect, beaten on the cut and forced into defense, while Noor Ahmad picked up a single. Only two runs came off the over, leaving Afghanistan’s required rate soaring past 11. With wickets tumbling and dot balls piling up, the chase is slipping further away.

End of Over 11: Afghanistan 47/7

Over 11: 0 2lb 0 W 0 1

AFG: 47/7 | CRR: 4.27 • RRR: 10.55 • Need 95 from 54b

Abrar Ahmed strikes again! Nabi departs and Afghanistan sink further.

Abrar, who had already picked up a wicket earlier, removed Mohammad Nabi with a short and wide delivery that tempted him into a slash — only for Salman to cling on at cover. With just three runs coming from the over, including leg byes, Afghanistan’s chase continues to unravel. Rashid is left stranded as partners keep falling, and Noor Ahmad has joined him in the middle with a mountain to climb.

End of Over 10: Afghanistan 44/6

Over 10: 0 6 1 1 0 2

AFG: 44/6 | CRR: 4.40 • RRR: 9.80 • Need 98 from 60b

Rashid Khan counters with a six, but Afghanistan still under the pump.

Nawaz, after his sensational earlier spell, was finally taken on by Rashid who launched a stunning inside-out six over extra cover. A couple of singles and a brace followed, lifting Afghanistan to 44/6 at the halfway stage. While Rashid’s intent is refreshing, the required rate remains steep and Nabi will need to support him if Afghanistan are to mount any sort of comeback.

End of Over 9: Afghanistan 34/6

Over 9: 1 0 0 0 1 0

AFG: 34/6 | CRR: 3.77 • RRR: 9.81 • Need 108 from 66b

Saim Ayub keeps it tight as Afghanistan manage just two singles in the over.

Ayub continued his disciplined spell, giving nothing away to Nabi and Rashid. The batters could only collect a couple of singles while struggling against his flight and turn. With Nawaz already ripping through the middle order, Ayub’s control has further squeezed Afghanistan’s scoring options. At 34/6 after 9 overs, Afghanistan are under massive pressure and need something special to revive their innings.

End of Over 8: Afghanistan 32/6

Over 8: W 0 0 W 0 0

AFG: 32/6 | CRR: 4.00 • RRR: 9.16 • Need 110 from 72b

Mohammad Nawaz completes a sensational hat-trick with a wicket maiden! Afghanistan in tatters at 32/6.

Nawaz turned the contest on its head with a dream over. First, Ibrahim Zadran was stumped after being deceived by drift and turn. Then Karim Janat fell lbw, undone by a straighter one, before Rashid Khan was kept quiet with sharp spin and skid off the surface. Nawaz’s figures now read 2 overs, 1 maiden, 4 wickets for just 1 run — an extraordinary match-turning spell. Afghanistan are reeling, losing four wickets in the space of just two overs, and need something miraculous to recover.

End of Over 6: Afghanistan 29/4

Over 6: 0 1 0 W W

AFG: 29/4 | CRR: 4.83 • RRR: 8.07 • Need 113 from 84b

Double strike from Mohammad Nawaz! Afghanistan lose two in two and are in deep trouble at 29/4.

Nawaz turned the game on its head in his very first over. First, Rasooli was trapped lbw after a probing spell, and then Azmatullah fell next ball trying to cut a turning delivery, edging behind. Nawaz’s confidence was clear as he celebrated wildly, roaring with the crowd. Ibrahim Zadran, still at the crease on 7, is Afghanistan’s hope now, but with four down inside the powerplay, they desperately need a partnership.

End of Over 5: Afghanistan 28/2

Over 5: 0 1w 1 4 W 0 0

AFG: 28/2 | CRR: 5.60 • RRR: 7.60 • Need 114 from 90b

Abrar Ahmed strikes in his second over, removing Atal right after being hit for a boundary.

The over had a bit of everything—wide, single, a cracking four from Atal dancing down the track, and then his downfall the very next ball. Trying to loft Abrar again, Atal miscued straight to cover for a soft dismissal. Rasooli came in but couldn’t get going against Abrar’s sharp turn. Afghanistan now 28/2 after 5 overs, the chase still steady but Pakistan sensing an opening.

End of Over 4: Afghanistan 22/1

Over 4: 0 0 1 0 4 0

AFG: 22/1 | CRR: 5.50 • RRR: 7.50 • Need 120 from 96b

Saim Ayub brings spin into play, and Atal releases pressure with a much-needed boundary.

Zadran and Atal looked watchful against Ayub’s turn and flight, picking just a single early in the over. Atal then broke the shackles with a stylish whip to square leg for four, though the bowler responded sharply with more drift and bounce. Afghanistan move to 22/1 after 4 overs, still in control of the chase but mindful of Pakistan’s spin threat.

End of Over 3: Afghanistan 17/1

Over 3: 1 0 0 0 0 0

AFG: 17/1 | CRR: 5.66 • RRR: 7.35 • Need 125 from 102b

Shaheen Shah Afridi tightens the screws with a probing over, conceding just a single run.

Zadran managed a quick single at the start, but Atal was tested throughout by Shaheen’s movement and bounce. The left-arm pacer produced a mix of short balls, full deliveries, and outswingers, keeping Atal on the defensive. Afghanistan crawled to 17/1 after 3 overs, with Shaheen building pressure at one end.

End of Over 2: Afghanistan 16/1

Over 2: 0 1w 2 2 1 0 3

AFG: 16/1 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 7.00 • Need 126 from 108b

Abrar Ahmed enters the attack but Afghanistan pick up runs steadily, rotating strike and keeping the scoreboard moving.

Sediqullah Atal found twos on the leg side and rotated strike, while Ibrahim Zadran pierced the cover gap for three runs off the final ball. Abrar mixed up his lengths with some turn on offer, but Afghanistan’s batters calmly added nine runs to push the total to 16/1 after two overs.

End of Over 1: Afghanistan 7/1

Over 1: 1w 1 1lb 4 0 W 0

AFG: 7/1 | CRR: 7.00 • RRR: 7.10 • Need 135 from 114b

Shaheen Shah Afridi strikes early! Gurbaz falls after a brief flurry, giving Pakistan the breakthrough in the first over.

Gurbaz began confidently with a flick for four but couldn’t survive Shaheen’s probing line. After being squared up outside off, he nicked one to first slip while attempting a glide, departing for 5. Afghanistan lost their big-hitter early in pursuit of 142, with Shaheen mixing pace and movement beautifully in his opening over.

End of Over 20: Pakistan 141/8

Over 20: 6 W 1lb 0 1w 2 1b

PAK: 141/8 | CRR: 7.05

Fazalhaq Farooqi finishes in style! Nawaz’s big hit was followed by his dismissal, and Afghanistan closed out a superb bowling effort.

Nawaz provided a late spark with a six straight down the ground but fell soon after trying to clear midwicket. Farooqi mixed his pace cleverly, conceding only 11 runs while taking a wicket in the final over. Shaheen and Sufiyan could not find the boundary as Pakistan were restricted to 141/8. Afghanistan’s spinners and Farooqi’s variations made sure the target stayed under 150, reflecting a complete bowling performance.

End of Over 19: Pakistan 130/7

Over 19: 0 • 1lb 1 6 W •

PAK: 130/7 | CRR: 6.84

Faheem Ashraf’s cameo lit up the slog overs, but Ghazanfar struck back quickly to dismiss him. Pakistan still struggling to push past 150.

Over 17: Rashid Khan’s Final Burst

17 runs • 1 wicket

• Salman Agha smashed back-to-back sixes but perished soon after, Rashid Khan ending with 3/38.
• Faheem Ashraf announced himself with a first-ball four down the ground.

Over 18: Nabi Tightens Again

6 runs

• Nabi mixed it up with flight and drift, conceding only 6 runs.
• Faheem played a cheeky reverse-sweep four, but dot balls kept Nawaz tied down.

Over 19: Ghazanfar Strikes

8 runs • 1 wicket

• Faheem Ashraf smacked a glorious six over cover but edged behind shortly after.
• Nawaz rotated strike, but Shaheen Afridi couldn’t get going at the end of the over.

End of Over 16: Pakistan 99/5

Over 16: 1 Wd • • 1 • 1

PAK: 99/5 | CRR: 6.18

Noor Ahmad finishes a brilliant spell, giving away just 17 runs in his 4 overs with 2 wickets.

Noor Ahmad was outstanding once again — mixing up pace and spin, making scoring tough for Nawaz and Salman. A couple of close calls, including a near run-out and a vicious turner past Salman’s bat, highlighted the pressure. Just 4 runs came off the over, showing how Afghanistan’s spin stranglehold is suffocating Pakistan’s middle order.

End of Over 15: Pakistan 95/5

Over 15: 1 • • 1 6 1

PAK: 95/5 | CRR: 6.33

Ghazanfar started with tight lines but Nawaz broke the shackles with a big six over midwicket.

The over began steadily with Nawaz and Salman working singles, while Salman struggled to find timing against the spin. Nawaz, however, seized the moment with a mighty six over midwicket, giving Pakistan some release after quiet overs. Fans like Samad Naqvi chimed in with sharp remarks, questioning the over-dependence on Babar and Rizwan and pointing out Pakistan’s lack of depth. At the end of 15 overs, Pakistan are 95/5, still needing a big finish to post a competitive total.

End of Over 14: Pakistan 86/5

Over 14: 0 1 0 2 1 1w 1lb

PAK: 86/5 | CRR: 6.14

Mohammad Nabi mixed his flight and angles, Pakistan gathered a few through singles and extras.

Nabi kept it tight around the stumps, forcing Nawaz and Salman into cautious play. A couple of singles and a brace from Nawaz helped push the score along, while extras (a wide and a leg bye) added to the tally. Commentary chatter shows Sher asking about a par score — at least 150 seems the target. Meanwhile, Bacha Khan voices surprise over the lack of DRS after a close lbw call earlier. Pakistan reach 86/5 after 14 overs, with rebuilding still the name of the game.

End of Over 13: Pakistan 80/5

Over 13: 0 0 1 1 1 1

PAK: 80/5 | CRR: 6.15

Rashid Khan keeps Pakistan under pressure with sharp spin and a close lbw shout.

Rashid Khan worked through the 13th over with all his tricks. Twice he beat Salman Agha — including one huge lbw appeal that looked very close but was turned down. After that, the batters settled for safe singles, nudging him around the field. Just 4 runs came, but Afghanistan’s spinners remain firmly on top. Pakistan inching along at 80/5, with Salman and Nawaz trying to stitch together a partnership.

End of Over 12: Pakistan 76/5

Over 12: 1 1 W 1w 1 0 1w 1

PAK: 76/5 | CRR: 6.33

Noor Ahmad strikes again, dismissing Haris with sharp turn.

Noor Ahmad tightened the screws beautifully this over. Haris tried an ambitious slog sweep but was bamboozled by the turn, his stumps left in a mess. Salman Agha and Nawaz managed to rotate with a couple of singles, though Pakistan also benefitted from two wides as Noor probed on leg stump. Afghanistan’s spinners continue to dominate, sharing four wickets between them already. Pakistan tottering at 76/5 after 12 overs, needing a steadying hand to rebuild before things get completely out of reach.

End of Over 11: Pakistan 70/4

Over 11: 6 1 0 1 W 1

PAK: 70/4 | CRR: 6.36

Rashid Khan gets rid of Hasan Nawaz after an adventurous cameo.

Hasan Nawaz tried to go after Rashid Khan, launching a six over midwicket and edging a streaky single, but his urgency cost him. Attempting another big hit, he miscued straight to Rasooli at long-on, who took a fine catch under pressure. Salman Agha kept things steady with a sweep for one, while Mohammad Haris opened his account on the final ball. Nine runs and the key wicket of Nawaz in the over, with Pakistan sliding to 70/4 after 11 overs, and Afghanistan’s spinners right on top.

End of Over 10: Pakistan 61/3

Over 10: 1 1 1 0 0 0

PAK: 61/3 | CRR: 6.10

Noor Ahmad builds pressure with a sharp, probing over.

Noor Ahmad continued to ask tough questions with sharp spin and extra bounce. Hasan Nawaz and Salman Agha managed a few singles early in the over, but the young spinner then tightened up, beating the outside edge and drawing a big lbw appeal against Salman that was turned down. Just three runs came from the over, leaving Pakistan at 61/3 after 10 overs, with the game delicately balanced heading into the middle phase.

End of Over 9: Pakistan 58/3

Over 9: 1 W 1 1 4 1

PAK: 58/3 | CRR: 6.44

Rashid Khan removes Fakhar Zaman in his very first over to put Pakistan under pressure.

Rashid Khan struck immediately, trapping Fakhar Zaman lbw with a legbreak that snuck through his defence — a huge wicket for Afghanistan. Salman Agha and Hasan Nawaz picked up singles before Hasan showed intent, cracking a crisp boundary through deep third. Eight runs and a wicket from the over, as Pakistan slipped to 58/3 after 9 overs, with Afghanistan’s spinners tightening their grip on the innings.

End of Over 8: Pakistan 50/2

Over 8: 2 0 0 1 W 1

PAK: 50/2 | CRR: 6.25

Noor Ahmad strikes in his first over as Saim Ayub falls cheaply.

The introduction of Noor Ahmad brought instant reward for Afghanistan. After keeping Fakhar Zaman quiet with sharp turn and bounce, Noor lured Saim Ayub into a soft dismissal — pushing straight to Rashid Khan at short cover. Fakhar managed a couple of runs and rotated the strike, while Salman Agha got off the mark with a single. Just four runs and a wicket from the over, leaving Pakistan at 50/2 after 8 overs, with the pressure building.

End of Over 7: Pakistan 46/1

Over 7: 1 0 1 1lb 1 1

PAK: 46/1 | CRR: 6.57

Nabi keeps things tight with variation, Pakistan adding just five runs.

Mohammad Nabi’s second over saw a mix of turn, bounce, and clever changes of pace. Fakhar Zaman attempted a reverse but only managed a leg bye, while Saim Ayub worked singles with sweeps and nudges. A brute of a delivery even beat Ayub’s outside edge, underlining the grip available for spinners. Just five runs came off the over, leaving Pakistan steady at 46/1 after 7 overs, but still searching for a momentum shift.

End of Over 6: Pakistan 41/1

Over 6: 1 4 1 0 2w 0 1

PAK: 41/1 | CRR: 6.83

Fakhar Zaman finding rhythm with a powerful sweep as Pakistan close the powerplay strongly.

Ghazanfar continued from the other end but Fakhar Zaman broke free with a muscular sweep for four at midwicket. A couple of singles followed, along with two wides, pushing Pakistan’s scoring rate higher. Zaman looked confident and in form, while Saim Ayub rotated the strike. With nine runs added, Pakistan ended the powerplay at 41/1, well set for acceleration.

End of Over 5: Pakistan 32/1

Over 5: 4 1 1 1 0 6

PAK: 32/1 | CRR: 6.40

Big over for Pakistan as Fakhar Zaman clears the ropes off Nabi.

Mohammad Nabi was introduced into the attack but Pakistan countered well. Saim Ayub opened the over with a powerful pull for four, showing positive intent in the powerplay. Singles followed before Fakhar Zaman launched the final ball high over midwicket for six. Thirteen runs came off the over, giving Pakistan a boost in momentum as they moved to 32/1 in 5 overs.

End of Over 4: Pakistan 19/1

Over 4: 0 0 2 0 1b 0

PAK: 19/1 | CRR: 4.75

A tidy over from Ghazanfar as spin starts to grip and bounce.

Ghazanfar’s first over showed the conditions suiting spin. He kept Fakhar Zaman tied down and even beat Saim Ayub with drift and bounce, conceding just three runs including a bye. Zaman remained watchful while Ayub looked for scoring opportunities, but the UAE spinner ensured Pakistan stayed in check at 19/1 after 4 overs.

End of Over 3: PAK 16/1

Over 3: 1 4 1 1 1 • 8 runs

PAK: 16/1 | CRR: 5.33

Saim Ayub broke the shackles with a gorgeous cover drive while Fakhar kept rotating strike.

Fazalhaq Farooqi continued his probing spell but Pakistan’s batters managed to pick him for eight runs this over. The standout moment was Saim Ayub’s celestial cover drive for four, a shot of pure class that lit up the crowd. Fakhar Zaman looked watchful, taking singles and sharing a light moment with Rashid Khan in the field. Afghanistan’s bowlers maintained good discipline, but Pakistan’s batters are slowly settling in after the early setback. The debate in the stands and online revolves around whether Pakistan’s aggressive approach needs more balance. ⚡

End of Over 2: PAK 8/1

Over 2: 0 lb1 0 4 0 1 • 6 runs

PAK: 8/1 | CRR: 4.00

Fakhar Zaman found the fence with a classy upper-cut while Afghanistan kept things tight overall.

Azmatullah Omarzai started his spell with good discipline, beating the bat a couple of times and creating pressure. Saim Ayub was kept quiet, managing only a leg bye. The highlight was Fakhar Zaman’s delightful upper-cut over cover for four, a much-needed release shot for Pakistan. Still, the Afghan fielders looked sharp, nearly conjuring a run-out and keeping Pakistan under the pump. The game already has the tension of a final. 🔥

End of Over 1: PAK 2/1

Over 1: 0 0 2 W 0 0 • 2 runs, 1 wicket

PAK: 2/1 | CRR: 2.00

Fazalhaq Farooqi breathes fire in the first over, removing Sahibzada Farhan with a beauty!

It was the perfect start for Afghanistan. Farooqi was on the money right away, shaping the ball back in and keeping Pakistan batters honest. Fakhar Zaman managed a lovely square drive for two but was otherwise tied down. The big moment came when Farhan was cleaned up, his stumps shattered by a jagging delivery. The crowd erupted as Pakistan stumbled early, with the pressure squarely on Fakhar and Saim Ayub now. 🔥🎯

7:30 PM: Toss Update

Pakistan win the toss and elect to bat first at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

Captain Salman Ali Agha opts to bat first, aiming to set a competitive total on a pitch that has favored teams batting first in this tournament.

7:30 PM: Match Status

Match is ongoing. Live scores to be updated shortly.

7:30 PM: Pakistan’s Playing XI

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Haris (wk), Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed, Muhammad Nawaz

7:30 PM: Afghanistan’s Playing XI

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Nabi, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi