Afghanistan are off to a rough start as are UAE with both losing to Pakistan. UAE though would be pleased  by their batting efforts against Pakistan which will definitely be something that they can take confidence from.

UAE vs AFG Match Details

Date: September 1st, 2025

Time:  8:30 PM IST

Venue: Sharjah International Stadium

UAE vs AFG Weather Report

A warm evening with dew is likely.

UAE vs AFG Pitch Report

Batting second may be a better choice with Sharjah giving smaller boundaries and dew likely to make an entry.

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UAE vs AFG Head to Head

UAE vs AFG Predicted Playing XI

United Arab Emirates Playing XI 

Muhammad Zohaib, Muhammad Wasim,  Ethan D' Souza, Alishan Sharafu, Rahul Chopra, Asif Khan, Dhruva Parashar, Saghir Khan, Junaid Siddique, Haider Ali, Muhammad Jawadullah

Afghanistan Playing XI

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atul, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janet, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmed, Naveen ul Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

UAE vs AFG: Players to Watch

Rashid Khan

After a back surgery Rashid Khan did lose some of his bite. The Hundred tough helped him find some of that bite back with Rashid Khan doing well to pick up wickets.

Asif Khan

UAE's batting was a concern but Asif Khan down the order made sure they look competitive. He contributed well and UAE will be hoping for more.

UAE vs AFG Match Tips

Afghanistan are likely to start favorites but very marginal favorites.

Match Prediction: Afghanistan Will Win the Match