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Synopsis
UAE T20I Tri-Nation Series — August–September 2025
Overview
When & Where: The tournament runs from 29 August to 7 September 2025 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the UAE
Format: Three teams—Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates—compete in a round-robin format, where each team plays the others twice. The top two teams then clash in the final on 7 September
Purpose & Significance
This series serves as a key preparatory platform ahead of the Asia Cup 2025—a major T20 international event scheduled in the UAE from 9 to 28 September.
Pakistan views their participation as crucial match practice to refine team cohesion under new leadership.
Afghanistan aims to gain rhythm and assess combinations, especially ahead of their Asia Cup group-stage fixtures.
UAE, as hosts, seek to build momentum and sharpen performance on home soil against top-tier regional competitors
Captains & Squads
Afghanistan: Captain Rashid Khan leads a near-full-strength squad including Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mohammad Nabi.
Pakistan: Led by Salman Ali Agha, Pakistan’s 17-member squad notably excludes stars Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, with the selection sparking debate.
UAE: Muhammad Waseem captains a 15-member squad, including rising players like Haider Ali and Rahul Chopra.
Tournament Schedule (All times local at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, 7:00 pm)
| Date | Fixture |
|---|---|
| 29 Aug, Fri | Afghanistan vs Pakistan |
| 30 Aug, Sat | UAE vs Pakistan |
| 1 Sep, Mon | UAE vs Afghanistan |
| 2 Sep, Tue | Pakistan vs Afghanistan |
| 4 Sep, Thu | Pakistan vs UAE |
| 5 Sep, Fri | Afghanistan vs UAE |
| 7 Sep, Sun | Final |
Watching Options
India: Matches are available via FanCode (streaming only; no live TV broadcast).
Pakistan: Viewable on ARY Sports HD, Ten Sports HD, and streaming via Tamasha.
Afghanistan: Broadcasting through Etisalat
Global Coverage: Available across various regional broadcasters and digital platforms.
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1. Headline & Lead
“The UAE T20I Tri-Nation Series Kicks Off: Afghanistan, Pakistan, and UAE Battle in Sharjah Ahead of Asia Cup 2025”
Start with the excitement of Sharjah hosting this impactful T20 showdown.
2. Tournament Structure & Context
Explain the round-robin format, schedule, and its strategic significance as a lead-up to the Asia Cup.
3. Team Profiles
Afghanistan: Strong spin attack, led by Rashid Khan. Recent lack of T20I play but packed with talent.
Pakistan: A youthful squad under Salman Ali Agha, making bold selection statements by omitting veterans.
UAE: Hosts aiming to harness home advantage and test themselves against heavyweight rivals.
Include mention of the absent stalwarts (Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan) to add intrigue.
4. Key Players to Watch
Afghanistan: Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Gurbaz.
Pakistan: Shaheen Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, Hasan Ali.
UAE: Waseem, Haider Ali, Chopra.
5. Why It Matters
Detail how this series affects Asia Cup readiness, team morale, and adaptation to UAE conditions.
6. Broadcast Details
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7. Conclusion
Wrap up by emphasizing the anticipated competitive edge and the Asia Cup stakes.
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