Sharjah, September 7, 2025 – Pakistan produced a dominant bowling display to defeat Afghanistan by 75 runs in the final of the UAE T20I Tri-Nation Series 2025 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Mohammad Nawaz emerged as the hero, taking a five-wicket haul including a sensational hat-trick, which dismantled Afghanistan’s chase.


PAK Clinch Tri-Nation Series with 75-Run
PAK Clinch Tri-Nation Series with 75-Run


Match Scorecard Highlights


Pakistan Innings: 141/8 in 20 overs

Fakhar Zaman – 27 (21)
Saim Ayub – 17 (14)
Afghanistan Bowling: Rashid Khan 3/38


Afghanistan Innings: 66 all out in 13.1 overs

Top scorer: Rashid Khan – 17 runs
Pakistan Bowling: Mohammad Nawaz 5/19 (hat-trick), 
Abrar Ahmed 2/17


Result: Pakistan won by 75 runs and lifted the Tri-Nation Series Trophy.


Key Moments

Pakistan, batting first, struggled to accelerate but managed a fighting total of 141/8, thanks to small yet valuable contributions from Fakhar Zaman (27) and Saim Ayub (17).

Afghanistan’s chase started poorly and never recovered. Nawaz struck crucial blows, picking up wickets at regular intervals.

Nawaz’s hat-trick in the middle overs turned the match into a one-sided contest, leaving Afghanistan reeling.

Afghanistan were bowled out for just 66 runs in 13.1 overs, collapsing under relentless pressure.

Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack ensured that even a modest total was defended comfortably.


Awards

Player of the Match: Mohammad Nawaz (5/15 including a hat-trick)
Player of the Series: Mohammad Nawaz (match-winning spells throughout the tri-series)


Mohammad Nawaz – The Match Winner

Nawaz’s all-round impact in the tournament and his spell in the final turned the contest decisively in Pakistan’s favor. His ability to strike in the middle overs proved invaluable, and his hat-trick will go down as one of the standout moments of Pakistan’s T20 cricket in 2025.


What This Win Means

This victory marks a significant triumph for Pakistan, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure and dominate with their bowling attack. The win not only handed Pakistan the Tri-Nation T20I Series 2025 title but also boosted their confidence ahead of future international assignments.


FAQs

Q1: Who won the Tri-Nation T20I Series 2025 final?
Pakistan won the final against Afghanistan by 75 runs at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

Q2: Who was the standout performer of the match?
Mohammad Nawaz was the star with a five-wicket haul, including a hat-trick.

Q3: What was Afghanistan’s total in the final?
Afghanistan were bowled out for just 66 runs in 13.1 overs.

Q4: Who scored the most runs for Pakistan in the final?
Fakhar Zaman was Pakistan’s top scorer with 27 runs off 21 balls.

Q5: Where was the Tri-Nation Series final played?
The final took place at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE on September 7, 2025.