Get Afghanistan vs UAE match scorecard with full batting & bowling stats, match highlights, key moments, and detailed cricket analysis.The contest between the Afghanistan national cricket team and the United Arab Emirates national cricket team represents a fascinating battle in modern international cricket. Both teams have risen through associate cricket ranks, but Afghanistan has established itself as a stronger side in recent years.This match reflected that difference in experience, though UAE showed moments of promise.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Afghanistan vs UAE |
| Format | T20I |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium |
| Toss | UAE won the toss, chose to bowl |
| Result | Afghanistan won by 45 runs |
| Player of the Match | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
Afghanistan Innings – Aggressive Start, Balanced Finish
The Afghanistan national cricket team started strongly, taking advantage of the powerplay and building a solid total.
Afghanistan Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 78 | 52 | 7 | 3 | 150.00 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 41 | 35 | 4 | 1 | 117.14 |
| Najibullah Zadran | 32 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 160.00 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 27 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Others | 18 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 196/6 (20 overs) |
Rahmanullah Gurbaz led from the front with an explosive knock.
Innings Breakdown
Powerplay (Overs 1–6)
- Fast scoring
- Aggressive intent
- Strong opening partnership
Middle Overs (Overs 7–15)
- Controlled batting
- Rotation of strike
- Minimal wickets lost
Death Overs (Overs 16–20)
- Big hitting
- Quick runs
- Total pushed near 200
UAE Bowling – Decent but Expensive at Death
The United Arab Emirates national cricket team showed discipline early but struggled in later overs.
UAE Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junaid Siddique | 4 | 35 | 2 | 8.75 |
| Zahoor Khan | 4 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Rohan Mustafa | 4 | 30 | 1 | 7.50 |
| Karthik Meiyappan | 4 | 42 | 1 | 10.50 |
| Others | 4 | 49 | 1 | — |
Junaid Siddique was among the better bowlers.
UAE Chase – Promising Start but Fell Short
Chasing 197, the United Arab Emirates national cricket team needed a strong start, and they managed to stay competitive early on.
UAE Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Waseem | 55 | 38 | 5 | 2 | 144.73 |
| Vriitya Aravind | 34 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 113.33 |
| Rohan Mustafa | 29 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 116.00 |
| Asif Khan | 21 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 140.00 |
| Others | 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 151/9 (20 overs) |
Muhammad Waseem played a strong innings but lacked support.
Afghanistan Bowling – Dominant Performance
Afghanistan Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | 4 | 22 | 3 | 5.50 |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 4 | 30 | 2 | 7.50 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | 4 | 28 | 2 | 7.00 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 4 | 26 | 1 | 6.50 |
| Others | 4 | 45 | 1 | — |
Rashid Khan once again proved why he is world-class.
Turning Point of the Match
The match shifted in Afghanistan’s favor during:
- Middle overs of UAE chase
- Quick wickets fell
- Run rate increased rapidly
Key Moments
- Gurbaz’s explosive innings
- Rashid Khan’s bowling spell
- UAE’s middle-order collapse
- Strong Afghan finish
Match Comparison
| Factor | Afghanistan | UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Batting | Aggressive | Decent |
| Bowling | Strong | Inconsistent |
| Fielding | Sharp | Average |
| Pressure Handling | Excellent | Struggled |
Head-to-Head Record
| Format | Matches | Afghanistan Wins | UAE Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is | Several | Majority | Few |
| ODIs | Limited | Dominant | Rare |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Afghanistan Strengths
- Spin bowling
- Aggressive batting
- Match-winning players
Afghanistan Weaknesses
- Occasional inconsistency
UAE Strengths
- Emerging players
- Fighting spirit
- Improving batting
UAE Weaknesses
- Lack of experience
- Weak middle order
What This Match Shows
- Afghanistan’s dominance in associate cricket
- UAE’s steady improvement
- Experience plays a big role
Future Outlook
- Afghanistan likely to remain strong
- UAE expected to improve
- Closer matches in future
Key Takeaways
- Afghanistan controlled the game
- UAE showed potential
- Middle overs were decisive
Final Thoughts
The match between the Afghanistan national cricket team and the United Arab Emirates national cricket team highlighted the gap between an established emerging nation and a developing side.
Afghanistan’s experience, especially in bowling, made the difference, while UAE demonstrated growth and competitiveness. As UAE continues to develop, future encounters between these teams are expected to become more exciting and competitive.