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Afghanistan Defeats Pakistan by 18 Runs in Thrilling UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025
Afghanistan defeated Pakistan by 18 runs in an exciting match at the UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025, making it an unforgettable encounter at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Despite the loss, Pakistan remains on top of the points table and is poised to clinch the title.
Sharjah, UAE — In a thrilling encounter on September 2, 2025, Afghanistan triumphed over Pakistan by 18 runs in the UAE T20I Tri-Series, hosted at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan posted a challenging total of 169/5 in their 20 overs, with top performances from Sediqullah Atal (64 off 45 balls) and Ibrahim Zadran (65 off 45 balls). However, Pakistan's chase fell short, ending with a total of 151/9.
Afghanistan's Stellar Batting
After winning the toss, Afghanistan chose to bat first. The opening pair of Gurbaz (8) and Sediqullah Atal provided a solid start. Atal's knock of 64 runs was instrumental, with Ibrahim Zadran adding another steady 65 runs. Afghanistan's middle order, including Karim Janat (8) and Rashid Khan (8*), contributed to setting a total of 169/5.
Pakistan's Struggle with the Chase
Pakistan's chase started off with Sahibzada Farhan (18) and Saim Ayub (0) failing to make an impact. Fakhar Zaman (25) and Salman Agha (20) tried to stabilize the innings, but regular wickets kept falling. The highlight of Pakistan's batting was Haris Rauf's blistering 34* off just 16 balls, but it wasn't enough to chase down the target. In the end, Pakistan finished at 151/9, losing the match by 18 runs.
Key Performers:
- Ibrahim Zadran was named Player of the Match for his brilliant knock of 65 runs.
- Faheem Ashraf was the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan with 4 wickets for 27 runs.
- Afghanistan's bowlers, especially Rashid Khan (2/30), Mohammad Nabi (2/20), and Noor Ahmad (2/20), were instrumental in keeping Pakistan's chase in check.
Despite the loss, Pakistan remains at the top of the points table and is still in contention to win the Tri-Series title with the final match against UAE set to take place tomorrow at the same venue.
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