Cricket fans are in for an exciting showdown as Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) prepare to compete in a T20I tri-series scheduled to take place from August 29 to September 7, 2025. The tournament will be held at the iconic Sharjah Cricket Stadium, providing an opportunity for all three teams to fine-tune their squads ahead of the upcoming ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup.
The tri-series is designed not just for competition but also to help teams adjust to the playing conditions in the UAE, where the eight-team Asia Cup will follow from September 9 to 28. With fast-paced matches and high stakes, this series is expected to offer critical preparation time and intense match practice.
The series kicks off on Friday, August 29, with Pakistan facing Afghanistan in the opening clash under the lights at 7 PM local time. The round-robin format ensures that each team plays the other two sides twice. This setup guarantees every team a minimum of four matches before the top two contenders qualify for the final on September 7.
Here is the full schedule for the tri-nation series:
- 29 August – Afghanistan vs Pakistan – 7:00 PM local time
- 30 August – UAE vs Pakistan – 7:00 PM local time
- 1 September – UAE vs Afghanistan – 7:00 PM local time
- 2 September – Pakistan vs Afghanistan – 7:00 PM local time
- 4 September – Pakistan vs UAE – 7:00 PM local time
- 5 September – Afghanistan vs UAE – 7:00 PM local time
- 7 September – Final – 7:00 PM local time
Each fixture promises thrilling cricketing action, as all three teams aim to test combinations and strategies ahead of a packed international calendar. Pakistan and Afghanistan are expected to field strong squads, while hosts UAE will look to make a mark by capitalizing on home advantage.
This tri-series will serve as a vital step in the lead-up to the Asia Cup, particularly for assessing team balance, refining bowling units, and evaluating emerging talent. It will also offer fans a glimpse into each side’s form before the continental tournament gets underway.
With a series of high-octane matches lined up under Sharjah’s floodlights, the tri-series is set to offer not only sporting excitement but also critical match preparation for all three nations as they set their sights on Asia Cup glory.
