Pakistan strengthened their chances of making the final in the UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025 with a solid 31-run win over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Pakistan’s innings was anchored by Fakhar Zaman’s 77 and Mohammad Nawaz’s fighting 37, while Abrar Ahmed’s incredible 4/9 crippled UAE’s chase despite Alishan Sharafu’s valiant 68.


PAK defeated UAE by 31 runs
PAK defeated UAE by 31 runs


Pakistan Innings: Fakhar & Nawaz Build a Strong Total

Batting first, Pakistan posted a competitive 171/5 in 20 overs.


Fakhar Zaman: The standout performer with 77 off 44 balls (10 fours, 2 sixes), setting the platform for Pakistan.

Mohammad Nawaz: Played a crucial late hand with 37 runs, ensuring Pakistan crossed the 170-mark.


UAE Innings: Sharafu Fights Alone Against Abrar

Chasing 172, UAE found themselves in early trouble but Alishan Sharafu lit up Sharjah with a spectacular innings:


Alishan Sharafu: A fighting 68 (4 fours, 4 sixes), keeping UAE in the hunt.

However, Pakistan’s bowling attack, led by Abrar Ahmed, proved too strong.

Abrar Ahmed: Delivered one of the most economical spells in T20I cricket – 4 wickets for just 9 runs in 4 overs. His spell completely broke UAE’s middle order.

UAE finished at 140/7 in 20 overs, falling 31 runs short.


Key Moments


Fakhar Zaman’s explosive 77 gave Pakistan a strong base.

Nawaz’s 37 added vital runs in the death overs.

Abrar Ahmed’s magical spell (4/9) dismantled UAE’s batting lineup.

Alishan Sharafu’s 68 was a lone warrior’s knock, but lacked support from the other end.


Player of the Match

Abrar Ahmed – for his 4/9 in 4 overs, a match-defining bowling spell.


Series Impact


Pakistan’s win keeps them in strong contention for the Tri-Series Final.

UAE, despite Sharafu’s heroics, suffered another setback in their campaign.

The match highlighted Pakistan’s depth with both bat and ball.


FAQs

1. Who won the Pakistan vs UAE 5th match of the UAE Tri-Series 2025?
Pakistan won by 31 runs at Sharjah.

2. Who was Pakistan’s top performer with the bat?
Fakhar Zaman (77), supported by Mohammad Nawaz (37).

3. Who was the best bowler for Pakistan?
Abrar Ahmed with 4 wickets for 9 runs in 4 overs.

4. Who scored the most runs for UAE?
Alishan Sharafu with a brilliant 68  (4 fours, 4 sixes).

5. Where was the match played?
At the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE.


Summary 

Pakistan defeated UAE by 31 runs in the UAE T20I Tri-Series 2025, thanks to Fakhar Zaman’s 77, Nawaz’s crucial 37, and Abrar Ahmed’s 4/9. Despite Alishan Sharafu’s valiant 68, UAE fell short, leaving Pakistan well-placed for the final.