By Syeda Rubab 
Match Overview Afghanistan vs Pakistan
The UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025 heats up as Afghanistan face Pakistan in the 4th Match at Sharjah on September 2, 2025. Pakistan sit comfortably on top of the table with two wins from two, while Afghanistan are 1–1 and looking to level the series stakes. With both sides boasting star-studded bowling units, expect a tense, low-scoring battle under the Sharjah lights.
Recent Form
- Afghanistan – L, W, W, L, W: Inconsistent but capable of big wins when spinners dominate.
- Pakistan – W, L, W, W, W: In strong form, with four wins in their last five T20Is.
Players to Watch – Afghanistan (AFG)
- Ibrahim Zadran – The most consistent Afghan batter, with 189 runs in 7 matches at an average of 27.0, striking at 109.88.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz – Explosive wicketkeeper-batter, though out of form (185 runs in 10 games at 100 SR). He remains a match-winner if he clicks early.
- Rashid Khan – Afghanistan’s ace, with 21 wickets in 10 games, economy 6.62, and a strike rate of just 10.57.
- Naveen-ul-Haq – Sharp pacer at the death, with 17 wickets in 8 games at 7.21 economy.
Players to Watch – Pakistan (PAK)
- Saim Ayub – Stylish left-hander with 290 runs in 10 games, SR 140.77. A consistent performer in the top order.
- Sahibzada Farhan – Reliable opener, with 258 runs in 8 matches, averaging 32.25 at a rapid 149.13 SR.
- Mohammad Nawaz – Pakistan’s key spinner, with 14 wickets in 8 matches at an excellent economy of 5.88.
- Salman Mirza – A new pace option who has impressed with 8 wickets in 4 matches, striking every 11.6 balls.
Head-to-Head Record Afghanistan vs Pakistan
- Aug 29, 2025 – Pakistan won by 39 runs.
- Oct 2023 – Afghanistan won by 4 wickets.
- Mar 2023 – Pakistan won by 66 runs.
- Mar 2023 – Afghanistan won by 7 wickets.
- Mar 2023 – Afghanistan won by 6 wickets.
Summary: Last 5 → Afghanistan 3 wins, Pakistan 2 wins. The rivalry remains tightly contested, though Pakistan struck first in this Tri-Series.
Match Prediction Afghanistan vs Pakistan
Afghanistan will bank on Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq to dismantle Pakistan’s batting, while Ibrahim Zadran must anchor the chase. Pakistan, however, have the form and depth, with Ayub, Farhan, and Nawaz in excellent touch. Prediction: Pakistan slight favorites, but expect another thriller in Sharjah.