Afghanistan vs UAE Highlights, 6th Match – UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025 – Afghanistan Won by 4 Runs

End of Over 20: UAE 166/5

Over 20: 4 6 2 0 0 W • 12 runs, 1 wicket

UAE: 166/5 | CRR: 8.30

Asif Khan’s gallant fight ended in heartbreak as Fareed Ahmad held his nerve to close out the game.

What an over! Asif Khan gave UAE hope with a cracking four through third man followed by a sensational flat six over cover that had the dugout roaring. He hustled a risky two as well, but Fareed Ahmad bounced back with two dot balls under immense pressure. The final ball sealed the deal—Asif, looking for one last big hit, was caught by Gurbaz. His 40 off 28 was full of grit, but the task proved just too steep. Afghanistan walk away victors, while UAE fall short despite a spirited chase. 👏🔥

End of Over 19: UAE 154/4

Over 19: 1 0 4 1 4 0 • 10 runs

UAE: 154/4 | CRR: 8.10 • RRR: 17.00 • Need 17 runs from 6b

Sharafuddin kept his cool despite a couple of boundaries, leaving UAE with a steep ask in the final over.

Drama all around as Asif Khan survived a stumping review scare—replays showed part of his toe behind the line. He answered with a fierce boundary down the ground, while Kaushik cashed in on a dropped catch at fine leg to add another four. Still, Sharafuddin squeezed in two dots, including a nervy last ball, keeping the game delicately poised. UAE now face the daunting task of 17 runs off the final over. The tension is sky high in Dubai!

End of Over 18: UAE 144/4

Over 18: 4 2 0 6 4 0 • 16 runs

UAE: 144/4 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 13.50 • Need 27 runs from 12b

Asif Khan explodes with two fours and a six to revive UAE’s chase.

Abdollah Ahmadzai looked to mix his pace and angles, but Asif Khan finally found his rhythm. Starting the over with a crisp flicked four, he followed it up with a booming six over midwicket and another boundary to backward square. Though Ahmadzai ended with a precious dot yorker, the damage was done—16 runs leaked, and UAE’s dugout was buzzing with belief again. The chase is alive and kicking with just 27 needed off 12.

End of Over 17: UAE 128/4

Over 17: 0 6 1 0 1 0 • 8 runs

UAE: 128/4 | CRR: 7.52 • RRR: 14.33 • Need 43 runs from 18b

Kaushik’s big six was the only positive as Mujeeb kept it tight.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman wrapped up a disciplined spell, conceding just eight runs. Harshit Kaushik managed to break free with a powerful slog-sweep for six, but outside of that, both he and Asif Khan struggled to rotate the strike. With dot balls piling up and the required run rate now soaring above 14, UAE’s hopes are hanging by a thread. Crowd chatter reflects the frustration, with fans calling out the lack of urgency from UAE’s middle order.

Galib: “Looks like UAE’s batting is nothing without Wasim. These two are not even trying to chase it.”

Manoj: “Last 4 strokes of Asif Khan were like playing in a test game. Just wow!!”

End of Over 16: UAE 120/4

Over 16: 0 0 1w 1 0 1w 1 1

UAE: 120/4 | CRR: 7.50 • RRR: 12.75 • Need 51 runs from 24b

Noor Ahmad finishes an excellent spell, keeping the pressure on UAE.

Bowling his final over, Noor Ahmad maintained his control and variations, allowing just five runs while slipping in two wides. UAE’s batters, Asif Khan and Kaushik, struggled to find boundaries despite attempts at cut shots and slog sweeps. With the spinners tightening the screws, the required rate has ballooned to 12.75, leaving UAE in deep trouble as the last four overs approach.

End of Over 15: UAE 115/4

Over 15: 0 W 0 1 0 1w 0

UAE: 115/4 | CRR: 7.66 • RRR: 11.20 • Need 56 runs from 30b

Mujeeb turns the game with Chopra’s dismissal.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman struck a key blow by removing Rahul Chopra, who miscued to long-on where Gurbaz completed a sharp catch. He kept the pressure high with dot balls and sharp turn, conceding only two runs in the over (including a wide). The asking rate is climbing rapidly as UAE now need 56 off 30 balls with four wickets down, and the momentum has shifted Afghanistan’s way.

End of Over 14: UAE 113/3

Over 14: 2 2 1lb 1 0 0

UAE: 113/3 | CRR: 8.07 • RRR: 9.66 • Need 58 runs from 36b

Noor Ahmad kept UAE in check with a tight over.

Bowling his third, Noor Ahmad mixed up his lengths smartly. Asif Khan picked up a couple of twos but then struggled to connect against the googly and fuller deliveries. Chopra managed a single while a leg bye also ticked the score along, but no boundaries came. Afghanistan applied the squeeze, leaving UAE with 58 needed off the final 36 balls.

End of Over 13: UAE 107/3

Over 13: 1 1 W 0 1 0

UAE: 107/3 | CRR: 8.23 • RRR: 9.14 • Need 64 runs from 42b

Sharafuddin Ashraf breaks the stand by removing Zohaib.

Just when UAE were building momentum, Sharafuddin struck with flight and guile. Zohaib, looking to take him on, stepped out but mistimed his lofted shot straight to long-on, ending on 23. Chopra and Asif Khan managed only a couple of singles around that dismissal, as the left-arm spinner kept things tight. The pressure is back on UAE with 64 required off 42 balls.

End of Over 12: UAE 104/2

Over 12: 6 2 0 4 1 4

UAE: 104/2 | CRR: 8.66 • RRR: 8.37 • Need 67 runs from 48b

Zohaib went on the attack while Chopra finished the over with style.

Gulbadin Naib’s first over turned out to be expensive as Zohaib unleashed a six over long-off, followed by a four and a couple of runs. Chopra then added the finishing touch, steering a short ball down to third man for a classy boundary. UAE’s momentum is back on track with 17 runs coming off the over, leaving them well placed at 104/2 after 12 overs, needing 67 from 48 balls.

End of Over 11: UAE 87/2

Over 11: 0 6 W 1 1 0

UAE: 87/2 | CRR: 7.90 • RRR: 9.33 • Need 84 runs from 54b

Ahmadzai gets the huge wicket of Waseem after being hit for six.

Abdollah Ahmadzai’s over had everything—fire, flair, and a crucial breakthrough. Waseem first upper-cut him for six, with a dropped catch at deep point turning into a boundary. But Ahmadzai struck back immediately, finding the edge as Waseem fell for a powerful 44 off 29. Zohaib and newcomer Rahul Chopra picked up singles, but Ahmadzai ended the over strongly with dot balls. The chase is finely balanced with UAE at 87/2 after 11 overs, needing 84 from 54 balls.

End of Over 10: UAE 79/1

Over 10: 1w 0 1 0 0 0 1

UAE: 79/1 | CRR: 7.90 • RRR: 9.20 • Need 92 runs from 60b

Noor Ahmad tightened things up before the drinks break.

Noor Ahmad kept the batters quiet with sharp turn and control, conceding just three runs in the over. He even forced Zohaib into multiple dots, mixing up his lengths cleverly. A wide down leg was the only blemish, but otherwise it was a disciplined set of deliveries. With 92 needed from 60 balls, UAE’s chase is finely balanced as the players take a strategic break.

End of Over 9: UAE 76/1

Over 9: 0 4 0 1 1 1

UAE: 76/1 | CRR: 8.44 • RRR: 8.63 • Need 95 runs from 66b

Tight start from debutant Ahmadzai, but Zohaib’s boundary kept the scoreboard moving.

Abdollah Ahmadzai impressed in his first over, hitting a probing length and even squaring up Zohaib with a beauty that looked straight out of a Test match. Zohaib, however, showed composure by cutting one stylishly past backward point for four and rotating strike thereafter. Waseem, steady at the other end, continues to anchor the chase. With 95 needed off 66 balls, the game is delicately poised.

End of Over 8: UAE 68/1

Over 8: 1 • 4 1w W 1 2

UAE: 68/1 | CRR: 8.50 • RRR: 8.58 • Need 103 runs from 72b

Noor Ahmad strikes! Sharafu falls after a promising start, giving Afghanistan the breakthrough.

Noor Ahmad was put under pressure early in the over when Sharafu crunched a boundary through cover. A wide followed, but Noor came back strongly with a tossed-up delivery that lured Sharafu into a big shot. The mistimed hit went straight to Gurbaz, ending Sharafu’s knock on 27. Waseem kept the scoreboard moving with singles and a final on-drive for two, but UAE suffered their first setback at 68/1 after 8 overs.

End of Over 7: UAE 59/0

Over 7: 1 1 • 1 1 1

UAE: 59/0 | CRR: 8.42 • RRR: 8.61 • Need 112 runs from 78b

Sharafuddin keeps things tight but UAE’s openers rotate strike well to keep the board ticking.

Sharafuddin bowled with good control, getting turn and flight to trouble Sharafu, who was beaten once trying a big slog sweep. But both batters handled him smartly, working singles across the over. Five runs came in total, as UAE maintained their steady start to reach 59 without loss after 7 overs.

End of Over 6: UAE 54/0

Over 6: • 1 4 1 4 1

UAE: 54/0 | CRR: 9.00 • RRR: 8.35 • Need 117 runs from 84b

Both openers keep the pressure on as Sharafu and Waseem collect boundaries off Omarzai’s first over.

Azmatullah Omarzai was introduced into the attack but found no respite as UAE’s batters continued to dominate. Sharafu cracked a fierce cut over third man for four, and Waseem showed finesse with a superb upper cut to the same region. With singles to rotate strike, 11 came off the over, taking UAE to 54 without loss after 6 overs.

End of Over 5: UAE 43/0

Over 5: 1 1 • • • •

UAE: 43/0 | CRR: 8.60 • RRR: 8.53 • Need 128 runs from 90b

Sharafuddin Ashraf keeps it tight with just two singles in his first over.

Coming into the attack, Sharafuddin varied his flight and pace, troubling Sharafu with sharp turn and bounce. Waseem managed a single early, and Sharafu added one more, but the left-arm spinner then locked down the batters with four dot balls. UAE steady at 43 without loss.

End of Over 4: UAE 41/0

Over 4: • 1 4 1 1 1

UAE: 41/0 | CRR: 10.25 • RRR: 8.12 • Need 130 runs from 96b

Waseem cracks a glorious cover drive for four as UAE maintain momentum.

Mujeeb continued but was met with confident strokeplay. Waseem backed away to hammer a four through cover and also rotated strike with singles. Sharafu chipped in with a couple of ones, keeping the board ticking. UAE cruising at over ten runs an over.

End of Over 3: UAE 33/0

Over 3: 2 6 1 • 6 1

UAE: 33/0 | CRR: 11.00 • RRR: 8.11 • Need 138 runs from 102b

Explosive hitting from both Sharafu and Waseem as UAE smash 16 in the over!

Fareed Ahmad was punished this time. Sharafu picked up a stylish flicked six followed by a couple, while Waseem launched another massive six straight back over the bowler’s head. Singles around kept the momentum high, and UAE surged to 33/0 after just three overs.

End of Over 2: UAE 17/0

Over 2: • 6 2 1 1 •

UAE: 17/0 | CRR: 8.50 • RRR: 8.55 • Need 154 from 108b

Waseem lights up the over with a massive six off Mujeeb, putting UAE’s chase in motion.

Mujeeb came into the attack and immediately tested the batters with some drift and skid. But Muhammad Waseem showed intent, stepping out to loft a huge six over extra cover, followed by a couple more runs through leg. Sharafu chipped in with a single, while Mujeeb kept things tight otherwise. UAE finish the over strongly at 17 without loss.

End of Over 1: UAE 7/0

Over 1: 4 1 • 1w 1 • •

UAE: 7/0 | CRR: 7.00 • RRR: 8.63 • Need 164 from 114b

Sharafu gets the chase going with an early boundary, while Waseem adds a single as UAE begin positively.

Fareed Ahmad started with some movement, beating the bat a couple of times with outswingers, but Sharafu capitalized on a loose delivery down leg to pick up four runs. A wide and a couple of singles rounded off the over, leaving UAE at 7 without loss after the first over.

End of Over 20: Afghanistan 170/4

Over 20: 1 1w 1 2 4 1b 0

AFG: 170/4 | CRR: 8.50

Afghanistan finish strong with 170 on the board after some inventive late hitting!

Junaid Siddique mixed up his pace but leaked a few in the final over. Azmatullah Omarzai improvised brilliantly with a cheeky ramp over fine leg for four and added quick runs, while Gulbadin Naib couldn’t quite capitalize on a couple of hittable balls but still held firm at the death. Ten runs came off the last over, taking Afghanistan to a competitive 170/4 after 20 overs. Omarzai remains unbeaten on 14 off 9, and Naib on 20 off 14 — a platform that could test the opposition’s chase.

End of Over 19: Afghanistan 160/4

Over 19: 1 • 1 1w 1 4 1

AFG: 160/4 | CRR: 8.42

Omarzai edges one for four as Rohid nails his yorkers at the death!

Muhammad Rohid kept hammering away with wide yorkers and nearly executed the perfect over, but Azmatullah Omarzai managed to squeeze one away — thick edge flying over slip for a streaky boundary. Gulbadin Naib rotated strike with quick singles, while Rohid’s control and intent stood out. Nine runs came from the over, and Afghanistan move to 160/4 with one final over to go.

End of Over 18: Afghanistan 151/4

Over 18: 4 1 1w 0 4 1 1

AFG: 151/4 | CRR: 8.38

Gulbadin Naib accelerates with two boundaries to lift Afghanistan past 150!

Junaid Siddique’s over had everything — wides, sharp bounce, and some serious hitting. Gulbadin Naib dominated the strike, cracking two powerful pulls for boundaries and showing intent in the death overs. Azmatullah Omarzai opened his account with a single, while Gulbadin ensured he kept strike with a quick run off the last ball. Twelve runs from the over, and Afghanistan cross the 150 mark with two overs to play.

End of Over 17: Afghanistan 139/4

Over 17: 1 6 1 2 1 W

AFG: 139/4 | CRR: 8.17

Haider Ali removes the dangerous Karim Janat after a fiery cameo!

Haider Ali delivered a crucial breakthrough just when Janat was threatening to take the game away. Janat hammered him for a towering six straight down the ground earlier in the over, but perished trying to go big again — caught by Muhammad Waseem for a rapid 28 off 14 balls. Gulbadin Naib kept the scoreboard moving with busy running, adding 4 runs from his 3 deliveries. Eleven runs and a wicket in the over, as Afghanistan lose momentum with Janat’s dismissal at a key stage.

End of Over 16: Afghanistan 128/3

Over 16: 6 0 1 2 1 4

AFG: 128/3 | CRR: 8.00

Karim Janat cuts loose with a six and a four to power Afghanistan’s charge!

Harshit Kaushik came under fire as Janat showcased his clean hitting. He started with a booming six over deep midwicket, and capped the over with a crisp drive past long-on and long-off for four. Gulbadin Naib also opened his account with a couple of runs and a single. Fourteen runs came from the over, pushing the run rate back up to 8.0. Afghanistan eyeing a big finish with Janat leading the way on 21 off just 11 balls.

End of Over 15: Afghanistan 114/3

Over 15: 1wd 1 0 0 0 W

AFG: 114/3 | CRR: 7.60

Simranjeet Singh strikes! Mohammad Ishaq stumped after a tricky spell of off-spin.

Simranjeet Singh delivered a clever over, mixing drift and sharp turn to trouble the batters. Ishaq survived some close calls before finally being deceived, dancing down the track and missing a spinning delivery, with the keeper completing the stumping. Just three runs and a wicket in the over, giving UAE a much-needed breakthrough. Afghanistan are 114/3 after 15 overs, with Janat holding one end.

End of Over 14: Afghanistan 111/2

Over 14: 0 1 1 1 1 6

AFG: 111/2 | CRR: 7.92

Karim Janat finishes the over in style with a towering six down the ground!

Harshit Kaushik began steadily with disciplined lengths, giving away singles as Ishaq and Janat rotated strike. But Janat had the final say, launching the last ball back over the bowler’s head for a huge maximum. Ten runs came off the over, pushing Afghanistan’s scoring rate close to 8 an over. With wickets in hand, the platform is set for a strong finish in the final six overs.

End of Over 13: Afghanistan 101/2

Over 13: W 1 0 2 0 0 0

AFG: 101/2 | CRR: 7.76

Haider Ali gets the breakthrough! Ibrahim Zadran bowled after a fine knock of 48.

Haider Ali turned the game around with a beauty that drifted in and clipped the top of middle stump, ending Zadran’s stay. Mohammad Ishaq and Karim Janat came together but found runs hard to come by against tight spin. Just three runs came from the over, with Ishaq looking watchful and Janat hustling for a single. Afghanistan, despite losing both openers, are well placed at 101/2 after 13 overs.

End of Over 12: Afghanistan 98/1

Over 12: 1 0 6 5w 1 4 W

AFG: 98/1 | CRR: 8.16

Farooq breaks through as Gurbaz departs after a handy 40.

The over began with some fireworks — Zadran danced down the track to loft a majestic six over extra cover, then five wides pushed the score along even quicker. Gurbaz added a four past backward point, but tried to go big again and found Zohaib at long-off. Afghanistan lose their first wicket at 98, though Zadran (48*) continues to look solid and is closing in on his half-century.

End of Over 11: Afghanistan 81/0

Over 11: 0 0 1w 1w 1 1 4 0

AFG: 81/0 | CRR: 7.36

Zadran continues to anchor with a classy boundary.

Simranjeet Singh kept trying a wider line, but offered too much room at times. Zadran punished him with a cut for four through backward point, while a couple of wides also added to the tally. Gurbaz chipped in with a single as Afghanistan gathered 8 runs from the over without much risk. The openers remain unbroken at 81/0 after 11 overs, setting a solid platform.

End of Over 10: Afghanistan 73/0

Over 10: 1 6 4 1 1 1

AFG: 73/0 | CRR: 7.30

Zadran explodes with a six and a four to finish the Powerplay strongly!

Muhammad Farooq was taken on by Ibrahim Zadran, who lofted a massive six over long-on and followed it with a crisp boundary past point. Singles from both openers kept the scoreboard ticking as Afghanistan piled on 14 runs in the over. With both Zadran (36*) and Gurbaz (34*) looking well set, Afghanistan head into the middle overs at a strong 73/0 after 10 overs.

End of Over 9: Afghanistan 59/0

Over 9: 2 1 0 1 0 1

AFG: 59/0 | CRR: 6.55

Steady progress as Afghanistan continue risk-free batting.

Simranjeet Singh kept probing with drift and spin, but the Afghan openers managed to pick up five runs through careful placement and running between the wickets. Gurbaz moved into the 30s while Zadran calmly rotated strike. Afghanistan remain wicketless, building a strong foundation at 59/0 after 9 overs.

End of Over 8: Afghanistan 54/0

Over 8: 2 0 1 1 1 0

AFG: 54/0 | CRR: 6.75

Afghanistan bring up their 50-run stand.

Muhammad Farooq came into the attack and bowled a tidy over, conceding just five runs. Gurbaz and Zadran kept rotating strike with singles and a couple, bringing up Afghanistan’s 50-run opening stand. The pair remain solid at the crease, setting a strong platform at 54/0 after 8 overs.

End of Over 7: Afghanistan 49/0

Over 7: 1lb 1 0 2 4 1

AFG: 49/0 | CRR: 7.00

Gurbaz shifts gears with a boundary and quick runs.

Simranjeet Singh was introduced into the attack and kept things interesting with clever variations. Gurbaz collected a leg bye before driving handsomely, cutting for two, and sweeping a fortuitous four off a top edge. Zadran added a single to rotate strike. Nine runs came from the over as Afghanistan’s openers carried on positively at 49/0 in 7 overs.

End of Over 6: Afghanistan 40/0

Over 6: 1w 2 0 1 1 2 0

AFG: 40/0 | CRR: 6.66

Zadran keeps the momentum ticking with smart running.

Haider Ali mixed up his pace and lines but Afghanistan’s openers continued to rotate strike. Zadran found gaps for a couple of twos while Gurbaz added a single. The only blemish was a wide at the start, but overall Haider managed to keep things relatively tight. Afghanistan steady at 40/0 after 6 overs, with both openers well set.

End of Over 5: Afghanistan 33/0

Over 5: 6 1w 4 1 0 2 0

AFG: 33/0 | CRR: 6.60

Ibrahim Zadran accelerates with a six and a four!

Ibrahim Zadran showcased his elegance with a stunning pick-up six over square leg followed by a crisp off-drive for four. He and Gurbaz kept the runs flowing, adding 14 in the over despite a dropped chance at long-on. Gurbaz, on 16, survived after Alishan spilled him, while Zadran also moved to 16. Afghanistan look settled at 33/0 after 5 overs.

End of Over 4: Afghanistan 19/0

Over 4: 1 1 0 0 0 0

AFG: 19/0 | CRR: 4.75

Haider Ali tightens the screws with a miserly over, giving away just 2 runs.

Introduced early, Haider Ali immediately made an impact with his tidy lines. Gurbaz tried to break free, even stepping leg side and attempting to slice, but couldn’t pierce the field. Ibrahim Zadran managed a single to deep midwicket while Gurbaz nurdled another to point, but the rest of the over was a display of accuracy and control. Afghanistan slowed again, finishing the fourth over on 19 without loss.

End of Over 3: Afghanistan 17/0

Over 3: 6 4 0 1 0 0

AFG: 17/0 | CRR: 5.66

Gurbaz breaks free with a six and a streaky four, shifting momentum towards Afghanistan.

After a cautious start, Gurbaz decided to take on Junaid Siddique. He danced down to smash a flat six over mid-off before riding his luck with a thick edge that raced for four past the keeper and slip. A single followed, but Ibrahim Zadran couldn’t rotate the strike, digging out a yorker and swiping in vain. Afghanistan finally found some release, collecting 11 runs in the over to move to 17 without loss.

End of Over 2: Afghanistan 6/0

Over 2: 1 1 0 0 2 0

AFG: 6/0 | CRR: 3.00

Disciplined bowling from Rohid, keeping both openers tied down with sharp lines.

Ibrahim Zadran picked up a couple through midwicket and snatched a single, but Rohid nearly had him run out with a direct-hit chance. Gurbaz added one to third man but still looks scratchy. Tight lengths and probing lines have kept Afghanistan’s openers cautious, with only 4 runs coming off the over.

End of Over 1: Afghanistan 2/0

Over 1: 0 0 0 0 1 1

AFG: 2/0 | CRR: 2.00

Tight start from Junaid Siddique as he keeps it probing in the channel.

Gurbaz looked tentative, beaten twice outside off and struggling to find timing. Ibrahim Zadran opened his account with a late dab to third man, while Gurbaz edged one to the same region for a single. Just 2 runs from the over, with Siddique hitting a good length and keeping the slip interested.

7:30 PM: Toss Update

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

7:25 PM: Afghanistan’s Playing XI

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Noor Ahmad, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Abdul Rahman Ishaq, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fareed Ahmad, Gulbadin Naib, Abdullah

7:25 PM: UAE’s Playing XI

UAE: Muhammad Waseem (c), Muhammad Zohaib, Asif Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Rahul Chopra (wk), Harshit Kaushik, Haider Ali, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Rohid, Junaid Siddique, Simranjeet Singh