Pakistan will lock horns with the United Arab Emirates in the 5th T20I of the ongoing Tri-Series 2025 on Thursday, September 4, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The Men in Green started strongly with back-to-back wins but slipped up against Afghanistan in their previous outing. Despite that setback, they remain favourites, having already beaten UAE comfortably earlier in the tournament.
For the hosts, this clash is a must-win to stay mathematically alive in the race for the final, with skipper Muhammad Waseem and in-form batter Asif Khan carrying their hopes. Pakistan, led by the likes of Saim Ayub and Haris Rauf, will be eager to bounce back and reassert their dominance, making this a crucial encounter for both sides.
Head-to-head record: Pakistan vs. UAE in T20Is
Pakistan and the UAE have faced each other two times in T20 internationals, and the Men in Green have maintained a perfect record so far. Pakistan have won all two encounters, while the UAE are still searching for their maiden victory against the Asian giants.
- Total matches: 2
- Pakistan wins: 2
- UAE wins: 0
- Tied/No result: 0
Top players to watch: Batters & Bowlers
Batters to watch
Saim Ayub (PAK): The aggressive left-hander has scored 83 runs in 3 matches at a strike rate of 150.90, including a fluent 69 in this tournament. His fearless approach at the top provides Pakistan with explosive starts, setting the tone for the innings.
Muhammad Waseem (UAE): The skipper has led from the front with 100 runs in 2 innings at a staggering strike rate of 181.81. His 67 against Pakistan in the previous clash showed his ability to dominate quality attacks, making him the UAE’s most dangerous batter.
Bowlers to watch
Mohammad Nawaz (PAK): The left-arm spinner has been consistent with the ball, taking 4 wickets in 3 matches at an economy rate of 6.80 in this tri-series. His ability to contain runs in the middle overs while striking at key moments makes him a vital weapon in Pakistan’s bowling attack at Sharjah.
Saghir Khan (UAE): The pacer has been among the leading wicket-takers for the hosts, picking up 5 wickets in just 2 games, including best figures of 3/44. Despite being slightly expensive, his knack for breakthroughs gives the UAE a fighting chance against stronger opponents.
PAK vs. UAE betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
According to Dafabet, Pakistan enter the contest as overwhelming favourites at odds of 1.10, while the UAE are priced at 7.08. The Men in Green already hold a 100% head-to-head record over the hosts and showcased their superiority earlier in the series with a 31-run win.
Given Pakistan’s depth in both batting and bowling, they remain the safer bet, though the UAE will be banking on a big performance from skipper Muhammad Waseem to stage an upset.
Odds* (click here to bet) | |
Pakistan | 1.10 |
UAE | 7.08 |
*odds are correct at the time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- Pakistan to win the match – With their dominant record and stronger squad balance, Pakistan are heavily backed to come out on top.
- Saim Ayub to score 30+ runs – The left-hander has been in attacking form and looks primed for another impactful knock at the top.
- Haris Rauf to take 2+ wickets – Pakistan’s strike bowler thrives on Sharjah’s conditions and has the pace to trouble UAE’s middle order.
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Pakistan vs. UAE: Expected playing XIs and team news
Pakistan Team News
The Men in Green are likely to stick with their winning core despite the recent loss to Afghanistan. Saim Ayub remains key at the top, while Salman Ali Agha provides stability in the middle order.
Haris Rauf will spearhead the pace attack, supported by Mohammad Nawaz’s spin in the middle overs. Pakistan might also rotate one of their bowlers to manage workload ahead of the final.
Pakistan (predicted playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (C), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Haris (WK), Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem.
UAE Team News
The UAE will continue to rely heavily on skipper Muhammad Waseem and Asif Khan for runs, with both showing aggressive intent in the tournament. Saghir Khan has been their standout bowler and will once again lead the attack.
The middle order, however, needs to step up if they are to challenge Pakistan. Expect the hosts to field an unchanged XI as they hunt for their first win of the series.
UAE (predicted playing XI): Muhammad Zohaib, Muhammad Waseem (C), Ethan D'Souza, Rahul Chopra (WK), Asif Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Dhruv Parashar, Saghir Khan, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Rohid Khan.
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Where to watch PAK vs. UAE T20I tri-series in India
- Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- Date & Time (IST): Thursday, September 4, 8:30 pm
- Streaming Details: FanCode (app and website)
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