Afghanistan vs Pakistan Highlights, 4th Match – UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025 – Afghanistan Won by 18 Runs

End of Over 19: Pakistan 136/9

Over 19: 4 • 1w 1 1 1lb 1 | Previous Over: 6 1 1 1 4

PAK: 136/9 | CRR: 7.15 • RRR: 34.00 • Need 34 from 6 balls

Rauf and Muqeem bring some late fireworks, but the chase is long gone.

Haris Rauf smashed Rashid Khan for a massive six over square leg and a boundary to inject life into the crowd. Muqeem also joined the act, lofting Farooqi for a four straight back. Despite the entertainment, the equation remains impossible — 34 needed from the final over with only one wicket in hand.

End of Over 17: Pakistan 111/9

Over 17: 1 2 • 2 • W

PAK: 111/9 | CRR: 6.52 • RRR: 19.66 • Need 59 from 18 balls

Noor Ahmad strikes again, Pakistan down to their last wicket!

Noor Ahmad completed his spell in style, conceding just 20 runs in 4 overs and removing Faheem Ashraf with a skiddy delivery that beat him for pace and turn. Earlier in the over, Rashid Khan spilled a high catch running in from long-off, giving Faheem a brief reprieve. But Noor made sure there was no escape. Afghanistan now one wicket away from sealing a thumping victory.

End of Over 16: Pakistan 106/8

Over 16: W W • 1 1 1

PAK: 106/8 | CRR: 6.62 • RRR: 16.00 • Need 64 from 24 balls

Rashid Khan turns the match! Two wickets in two balls, Pakistan on the brink.

Rashid Khan produced a magical over, dismissing Mohammad Nawaz with a googly before castling Shaheen Shah Afridi next ball to be on a hat-trick. Haris Rauf survived the hat-trick delivery, but only singles followed. Pakistan now need 64 runs from the last 24 balls with just two wickets left. Afghanistan firmly in control, Rashid spinning a web around the chase.

End of Over 15: Pakistan 103/6

Over 15: 1 1 2 1 • 1

PAK: 103/6 | CRR: 6.86 • RRR: 13.40 • Need 67 from 30 balls

Noor Ahmad tightens the screws, Pakistan still boundary-less.

Noor Ahmad bowled with great control, mixing his googlies and leg-breaks to allow just six runs. Faheem tried a reverse sweep for two, while Nawaz could only manage singles. It’s been 40 balls since Pakistan’s last boundary — the pressure is sky-high. With 67 needed off the final 30 deliveries, the required rate has shot past 13.

End of Over 14: Pakistan 97/6

Over 14: 1 1 • • 1 1

PAK: 97/6 | CRR: 6.92 • RRR: 12.16 • Need 73 from 36 balls

Nabi finishes his spell with control, Pakistan under huge pressure.

Mohammad Nabi kept things extremely tight in his final over, conceding just four singles. Faheem Ashraf struggled to find the gaps, while Nawaz had to dive to complete a sharp run. With Nabi done (4-0-20-2) and Rashid still holding two overs, Pakistan’s chase looks even tougher. The required rate has now ballooned above 12 — Pakistan need boundaries immediately.

End of Over 13: Pakistan 93/6

Over 13: • 1w • 2w 2 • 1 1

PAK: 93/6 | CRR: 7.15 • RRR: 11.00 • Need 77 from 42 balls

Extras keep Pakistan ticking, but Afghanistan still in control.

Noor Ahmad caused plenty of problems with his variations, but a couple of wides and byes gifted Pakistan some handy runs. Faheem Ashraf managed a neat drive for two, while Nawaz found a single at the end. Despite the 7-run over, the required rate has climbed to 11 — Pakistan need a big over soon to stay alive in this chase.

End of Over 12: Pakistan 86/6

Over 12: • 1 W 1lb 3 •

PAK: 86/6 | CRR: 7.16 • RRR: 10.50 • Need 84 from 48 balls

Mohammad Nabi strikes again! Pakistan sliding deeper into trouble.

Nabi got rid of Mohammad Haris with a mistimed pull straight to deep mid wicket, leaving Pakistan in deeper strife. Nawaz survived an outside edge scare past slip, while Faheem Ashraf walked in but was tested immediately with a sharp lbw call that went his way. Afghanistan tightening their grip as the required rate crosses 10.

End of Over 11: Pakistan 81/5

Over 11: W 4b 1 • 1 •

PAK: 81/5 | CRR: 7.36 • RRR: 9.88 • Need 89 from 54 balls

Noor Ahmad strikes in his very first over! Pakistan wobbling further.

Noor Ahmad made an immediate impact, dismissing Hasan Nawaz cheaply. Mohammad Haris struggled to pick him, even surviving a close LBW shout, while byes from a sharp googly saved Pakistan from a maiden. Mohammad Nawaz too found it hard to read Noor’s variations. Pakistan now half their side down, and the chase is looking shaky with the required rate nearing 10 an over.

End of Over 10: Pakistan 75/4

Over 10: 2 1 1 • • 1

PAK: 75/4 | CRR: 7.50 • RRR: 9.50 • Need 95 from 60 balls

Hasan Nawaz trying to settle in, Nabi keeping it tight.

Mohammad Nabi bowled a disciplined over, giving away just 5 runs. Hasan Nawaz managed a couple of singles and a two, but struggled to rotate strike freely. Mohammad Nawaz too is looking to get set, though almost tested by a sharp single. Pakistan’s required rate has now climbed to 9.50, pressure mounting as the runs dry up.

End of Over 9: Pakistan 70/4

Over 9: 1 1 1 1W 1 1

PAK: 70/4 | CRR: 7.77 • RRR: 9.09 • Need 100 from 66 balls

Pakistan skipper Salman run out in a mix-up!

Rashid Khan kept things tight, conceding just singles, but the over’s highlight was a massive blow – captain Salman Agha was run out after a lazy second run attempt. Ibrahim Zadran’s throw and Rashid’s quick deflection onto the stumps left Salman short of his crease. Pakistan now four down, with young Hasan Nawaz and Mohammad Nawaz trying to rebuild. Afghanistan sensing big pressure here!

End of Over 8: Pakistan 64/3

Over 8: 1 0 4 W 1w 0 1

PAK: 64/3 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 8.83 • Need 106 from 72 balls

Nabi strikes with a milestone wicket!

Mohammad Nabi introduced himself and immediately made an impact. Fakhar Zaman looked in touch, cracking a straight four down the ground, but perished next ball – caught by Farooqi – giving Nabi his **100th T20I wicket**. Young Hasan Nawaz walked in, looking nervous but managed to get off the mark with a single. Afghanistan tightening their grip with spin from both ends.

End of Over 7: Pakistan 57/2

Over 7: 1 0 1 1 1 1

PAK: 57/2 | CRR: 8.14 • RRR: 8.69 • Need 113 from 78 balls

Rashid Khan begins with control.

Rashid Khan introduced himself right after the powerplay and immediately tested Fakhar Zaman with a fizzing googly. Singles were exchanged but a direct-hit chance was missed which could have cost Fakhar his wicket. Afghanistan’s spinners now in the game, and Pakistan know this is the toughest phase of the chase.

End of Over 6: Pakistan 52/2

Over 6: 0 6 2 1 6 0

PAK: 52/2 | CRR: 8.66 • RRR: 8.42 • Need 118 from 84 balls

Salman and Fakhar counter-attack!

Azmatullah Omarzai came on to finish the powerplay but got taken apart. Salman Agha launched a top-edged six over third man before working the gaps, while Fakhar Zaman joined the party with a towering six over long-on. Pakistan raced to 52/2 after 6, keeping the chase alive.

End of Over 5: Pakistan 37/2

Over 5: 0 4 0 1 0 1

PAK: 37/2 | CRR: 7.40 • RRR: 8.86 • Need 133 from 90 balls

Salman Agha finding his timing!

Ghazanfar kept it tight but Salman Agha showed class with a cracking boundary over extra cover. Fakhar Zaman looked a bit watchful, nudging singles. Afghanistan kept the slip in play, sensing more wickets, but Pakistan managed to steady after early losses.

End of Over 3: Pakistan 28/1

Over 3: 0 6 0 6 4 0

PAK: 28/1 | CRR: 9.33 • RRR: 8.35 • Need 142 from 102 balls

Farhan goes big against Ghazanfar!

AM Ghazanfar continued, but Sahibzada Farhan decided to take charge. After a couple of watchful dots, he launched a half-tracker deep over mid-wicket for six, then cracked a stylish four through extra cover. Fakhar at the other end remained quiet, but Farhan’s aggressive intent shifted momentum firmly towards Pakistan. The partnership is building, with Pakistan cruising at 28/1 after 3 overs.

End of Over 2: Pakistan 18/1

Over 2: W 4 2 4 0 0

PAK: 18/1 | CRR: 9.00 • RRR: 8.44 • Need 152 from 108 balls

Farooqi removes Saim Ayub, but Fakhar responds with boundaries!

Fazalhaq Farooqi struck immediately, dismissing Saim Ayub for a duck with a sharp rising delivery that feathered through to Gurbaz. With Pakistan jolted early, Fakhar Zaman counterattacked in style. He edged one through slip for four, then carved another over point and cut smartly for two more. Afghanistan kept the pressure with aggressive fields, but Fakhar’s fluent strokeplay lifted Pakistan to 18/1 after 2 overs. Farhan remains on 8, while Fakhar is already looking dangerous on 10.

End of Over 1: Pakistan 8/0

Over 1: 0 0 0 6 2 0

PAK: 8/0 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 8.52 • Need 162 from 114 balls

Farhan launches Ghazanfar for a six but survives a dropped chance!

AM Ghazanfar, on debut, took the new ball and nearly had his first wicket. Sahibzada Farhan opened with intent, striking a powerful slog-sweep for six, but then edged one that Mohammad Nabi put down at slip. A couple more runs and some watchful defense meant Pakistan finished the first over on 8/0. Farhan, however, seemed to tweak his back during a forceful shot, with the physio coming out to check on him. Pakistan need 170, and the chase is underway.

End of Over 20: Afghanistan 169/5

Over 20: 0 W 0 6 0 2

AFG: 169/5 | CRR: 8.45

Faheem Ashraf’s brilliance at the death! He finishes with 4 wickets and keeps Afghanistan under 170.

A brilliant death-bowling display by Faheem Ashraf restricted Afghanistan to 169. At one stage, with Atal and Zadran firing, 180+ looked likely, but neither could bat through. In the last over, Faheem mixed his pace beautifully — Nabi miscued to Fakhar, Rashid struck a flat six, but otherwise Pakistan held their nerve. Afghanistan end with 169/5, giving Pakistan a chaseable target.

End of Over 19: Afghanistan 161/4

Over 19: 1wd 1 1 2 1lb 1 4

AFG: 161/4 | CRR: 8.47

Janat’s helicopter strike lifts Afghanistan towards a strong finish!

Shaheen Afridi, bowling his final over, mixed up pace and angles well, conceding just singles and a leg bye early on. Nabi couldn’t quite connect cleanly, while Janat battled through a helmet blow scare. But Janat had the last laugh — a wristy helicopter shot off the final ball pierced the gap between long on and deep midwicket for four. Afghanistan head into the final over with momentum, sitting at 161/4.

End of Over 18: Afghanistan 150/4

Over 18: 1 1 W 1 W 4

AFG: 150/4 | CRR: 8.33

Faheem Ashraf turns the tide with a double strike in the 18th!

Faheem Ashraf delivered a brilliant over, removing Omarzai and the well-set Zadran with clever slower balls. Omarzai miscued a swipe straight back to Faheem, while Zadran fell to a mistimed pull that went high to deep midwicket. Though Nabi got going immediately with a boundary, Afghanistan lost two big wickets in the space of three balls. With just seven runs added, they slipped to 150/4 after 18 overs, leaving Pakistan with the upper hand.

End of Over 17: Afghanistan 143/2

Over 17: 1 1w 2 0 4 1w 4 4 4

AFG: 143/2 | CRR: 8.41

Zadran cuts loose with a flurry of boundaries!

Ibrahim Zadran shifted gears in style, dismantling Haris Rauf with three fours in the over. He mixed streaky edges with well-placed strokes, racing into the 60s. A couple of wides and quick running added to the tally as 17 runs came off the over. With Zadran on 64 and Omarzai settling at the other end, Afghanistan powered ahead to 143/2 after 17 overs.

End of Over 16: Afghanistan 126/2

Over 16: 1lb W 1 1 0 1

AFG: 126/2 | CRR: 7.87

Faheem Ashraf removes Atal to break the stand!

Faheem Ashraf provided the breakthrough Pakistan were searching for. Atal, after a fluent 64, miscued a slower ball to long on, ending his fine knock. Zadran brought up his second consecutive fifty with a single, while new batter Omarzai survived a dropped chance late in the over. Just four runs and a crucial wicket came from it as Afghanistan reached 126/2 after 16 overs, with the innings at a key juncture.

End of Over 15: Afghanistan 122/1

Over 15: 4 0 1 0 0 1

AFG: 122/1 | CRR: 8.13

Shaheen returns but Afghanistan’s steady stand continues.

Shaheen Shah Afridi came back into the attack aiming for a breakthrough, but Atal greeted him with a cut shot for four. The left-armer adjusted well, firing yorkers and slower balls to keep things in check, conceding just six in the over. Atal climbed to 64, while Zadran inched closer to his fifty on 49. Afghanistan cruised to 122/1 after 15 overs, with their partnership looking solid.

End of Over 14: Afghanistan 116/1

Over 14: 4 1 4 6 1 4

AFG: 116/1 | CRR: 8.28

Atal reaches his fifty as Afghanistan explode with 20 runs in the over!

Sufiyan Muqeem’s third over was taken apart by the Afghan pair. Atal brought up his second successive fifty with a cheeky reverse for four, followed it up with a towering six, and continued to dominate. Zadran, too, joined the party with two boundaries, including a fortunate edge past short third. With 20 runs plundered, Afghanistan’s platform strengthened as Atal raced to 59 and Zadran closed in on his half-century at 48. The score surged to 116/1 after 14 overs.

End of Over 13: Afghanistan 96/1

Over 13: 1 1 1 1 1 1

AFG: 96/1 | CRR: 7.38

Saim Ayub finishes his spell with another tidy over.

Ayub kept things tight in his final over, conceding just singles throughout. Both Atal and Zadran worked the ball into gaps, rotating strike smartly to keep the partnership steady. With six runs added, Atal moved to 47 while Zadran reached 39, as Afghanistan maintained control at 96/1 after 13 overs.

End of Over 12: Afghanistan 90/1

Over 12: 2 1 1 1lb 1 1

AFG: 90/1 | CRR: 7.50

Atal and Zadran keep the scoreboard ticking with smart running.

Sufiyan Muqeem returned for his third over, and Afghanistan’s batters played him with composure. Atal pierced the field with a couple of well-timed shots, while Zadran rotated strike efficiently. A leg bye and quick singles kept the momentum flowing as seven runs came off the over. Atal moved to 44 and Zadran to 36, building a solid partnership as Afghanistan reached 90/1 after 12 overs.

End of Over 11: Afghanistan 83/1

Over 11: 1 1 1 6 0 1

AFG: 83/1 | CRR: 7.54

Atal smashes Rauf straight down the ground for a stunning six!

Haris Rauf returned for his second spell, but Sediqullah Atal greeted him with authority. After a few singles and steady strike rotation, Atal unleashed a clean loft straight back over the bowler’s head for six. Zadran continued his calm accumulation, while Atal’s confidence grew. Afghanistan’s opening pair looks well set as they cross 80 runs in 11 overs, forcing Pakistan to search for a breakthrough.

End of Over 10: Afghanistan 73/1

Over 10: 0 4 2 1 1 1

AFG: 73/1 | CRR: 7.30

Zadran grows in confidence with a classy extra-cover boundary.

Faheem Ashraf was introduced into the attack but Ibrahim Zadran quickly stamped his authority. A cracking cover drive for four set the tone, followed by smart running between the wickets. Atal supported with rotation of strike, while Zadran kept finding gaps. Afghanistan’s openers continue to build momentum, reaching 73/1 after 10 overs with both batters well set.

End of Over 9: Afghanistan 64/1

Over 9: 2 1 1 0 4 1

AFG: 64/1 | CRR: 7.11

Ibrahim Zadran takes on Nawaz with a powerful straight boundary.

Mohammad Nawaz continued but struggled to contain the Afghan batters. Zadran was in charge, picking up twos and singles before muscling a straight four over the bowler’s head. Atal too kept rotating strike, ensuring the pressure stayed on Pakistan’s spinners. Afghanistan’s partnership looks settled as they climb to 64/1 after 9 overs.

End of Over 8: Afghanistan 55/1

Over 8: 0 2 1 1 1 1

AFG: 55/1 | CRR: 6.87

Sufiyan Muqeem starts steadily, but Afghanistan keep the scoreboard ticking.

Left-arm wrist-spinner Sufiyan Muqeem came into the attack and found decent bounce. Atal survived a play-and-miss early in the over, but quickly rotated strike with twos and singles. Zadran too joined in with runs behind square and into the deep. Although Pakistan weren’t sharp in the field, Afghanistan continued building steadily, moving to 55/1 after 8 overs.

End of Over 7: Afghanistan 49/1

Over 7: 2 1 1 0 6 5

AFG: 49/1 | CRR: 7.00

Sediqullah Atal takes on Mohammad Nawaz with a six and benefits from overthrows.

Mohammad Nawaz was introduced into the attack but was put under immediate pressure by Atal. After rotating the strike early in the over, Atal launched a majestic six over long-off before driving again to long-off, where sloppy fielding resulted in five runs. Zadran added a single as well, but the over belonged to Atal, who looked in fluent touch. Afghanistan accelerate to 49/1 after 7 overs.

End of Over 6: Afghanistan 34/1

Over 6: 1 0 3 1 0 0

AFG: 34/1 | CRR: 5.66

Saim Ayub keeps it tight, despite a three from Zadran.

Saim Ayub continued his impressive spell with another disciplined over. Atal picked up a couple of singles, while Zadran managed a strong heave over mid-wicket for three. Ayub’s variations, including the carrom ball and a brilliant wide yorker, ensured the scoring rate didn’t surge further. After 6 overs, Afghanistan are 34/1 with Atal and Zadran steady at the crease.

End of Over 5: Afghanistan 29/1

Over 5: 0 1 4 6 0 0

AFG: 29/1 | CRR: 5.80

Ibrahim Zadran breaks free with a four and a six off Haris Rauf’s first over.

Haris Rauf replaced Shaheen Afridi and immediately faced aggression from Ibrahim Zadran. After Atal managed a single, Zadran got off the mark in style with a powerful four through mid-wicket, followed by a towering six over the same region. Rauf pulled things back with a couple of dot balls, but the damage was already done. Afghanistan accelerate to 29/1 after 5 overs.

End of Over 4: Afghanistan 18/1

Over 4: 0 0 0 1 0 0

AFG: 18/1 | CRR: 4.50

Saim Ayub delivers a miserly over, keeping the Afghan batters in check.

Continuing from the other end, Saim Ayub maintained a tight line and length. Atal managed just a single, while Zadran struggled to get going, defending and mistiming his strokes. Ayub’s variations, including the carrom ball, kept the pressure on Afghanistan, who could add only one run in the entire over. After 4 overs, Afghanistan are 18/1 with Atal and Zadran at the crease.

End of Over 3: Afghanistan 17/1

Over 3: 4 2 0 1 0 0

AFG: 17/1 | CRR: 5.66

Atal counterattacks with a classy boundary off Shaheen Afridi.

Shaheen Afridi continued from his end and was met with resistance from Sediqullah Atal. The left-hander showed intent, driving confidently for four and following it up with a couple. He added another single to keep the scoreboard moving. Ibrahim Zadran, however, looked tentative early on, struggling to find his timing against Afridi’s movement. Afghanistan progress to 17/1 after 3 overs.

End of Over 2: Afghanistan 10/1

Over 2: 0 0 0 6 0 W

AFG: 10/1 | CRR: 5.00

Saim Ayub strikes in his very first over! Gurbaz departs after a brief cameo.

Introduced from the other end, Saim Ayub made an immediate impact. After keeping Gurbaz quiet with his variations, he dropped one short and was dispatched for a huge six over cow corner. But he had the last laugh just two balls later, as Gurbaz miscued a pull and was caught diving forward at deep square leg by Hasan Nawaz. A big early breakthrough for Pakistan as Afghanistan slip to 10/1 after 2 overs.

End of Over 1: Afghanistan 4/0

Over 1: 1 0 1 0 0 1w 1

AFG: 4/0 | CRR: 4.00

Shaheen Shah Afridi starts with good pace and movement, but Afghanistan play watchfully.

Shaheen Afridi tested the Afghan openers with swing and accuracy, but both Gurbaz and Atal survived the early probing. Gurbaz got off the mark with a fine-leg single, while Atal opened his account with a push past the bowler. A wide down leg was the only blemish in an otherwise disciplined over. After the first over, Afghanistan are 4/0.

7:30 PM: Toss Update

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

Rashid Khan, Afghanistan’s captain, opts to bat first, noting that batting first has been advantageous and chasing is tougher due to dew affecting bowlers. He believes a score above 170 is competitive. Afghanistan make two changes: Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Ashraf are out, with AM Ghazanfar making his T20I debut and Noor Ahmad included.

7:30 PM: Pitch Report

Brand new pitch with the sheen gone, offering pace and bounce, as per Ramiz Raja. Batters have enjoyed it, and fast bowlers can challenge early with sharp deliveries. Aamer Sohail notes that early pace can trouble batters, making it a balanced surface for both seamers and batters.

7:30 PM: Afghanistan’s Playing XI

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

7:30 PM: Pakistan’s Playing XI

Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (capt), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Haris (wk), Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem