Pakistan will take on the United Arab Emirates in the 10th match of the Asia Cup 2025. Pakistan opened their campaign with a confident 93-run win over Oman; however, they suffered a 7-wicket defeat against India. Despite this, Pakistan holds second place in Group A.
The United Arab Emirates won their last match against Oman. UAE currently sits in the third place in Group A. In this article, we will examine the PAK vs UAE team news, probable playing XI, and key players for both teams.
Also read: Who Will Win Today’s PAK vs UAE 10th T20I – Live Prediction, Asia Cup 2025
Pakistan Team Preview: Key Players & News Updates
Pakistan lost their last match against India by 7 wickets. Batting first, Pakistan has managed to score 127 runs. They didn’t have a good start, losing a few early wickets. Shaheen Afridi scored 33, hitting some sixes and fours to try and keep the score somewhat respectable. India easily achieved this modest total with 4.1 overs remaining.
Pakistan Key players:
| Player | Role |
| Sahibzada Farhan | In form at the top; powerplay tone-setter. |
| Fakhar Zaman | Reliable accumulator who anchors and chases. |
| Saim Ayub | Opener and key all-rounder. |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Lead the spin bowling attack |
PAK vs UAE: Pakistan Team News & Predicted Playing XI
PAK Team News:
Pakistan is expected to stick with the same XI. There are no reported injury concerns in the squad.
Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan are likely to open the innings, with Mohammad Haris at No. 3. Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman, Hasan Nawaz, and Mohammad Nawaz will handle the middle order.
In bowling, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz and Sufiyan Muqeem will lead the bowling attack.
PAK Probable Playing11:
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (WK), Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed
United Arab Emirates Team Preview: Key Player to Watch & News Updates
UAE won their last match against Oman and kept their hope alive. After winning the toss, the UAE opted to bat first. Captain Muhammad Waseem scored 69 runs from 54 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes, giving the team a good start. Alishan Sharafu also scored 51 runs from 38 balls. Junaid Siddique bowled superbly – taking four wickets for just 23 runs. Haider Ali and Muhammad Jawadullah also took crucial wickets, completely dismantling Oman’s batting.
United Arab Emirates Key players:
| Player | Role |
| Waseem Muhammad | Experience and stability at the top. |
| Alishan Sharafu | Explosive opener for the UAE. |
| Muhammad Zohaib Khan | Strong middle-order batter |
| Junaid Siddique | New-ball threat; can break partnerships. |
PAK vs UAE: United Arab Emirates Team News & Predicted Playing 11
UAE Team News:
The United Arab Emirates is likely to continue with the same XI that featured in their last match against Bangladesh. The team management has not reported any new injuries or changes.
Alishan Sharafu and Waseem Muhammad are expected to open the innings, with Asif Khan set to bat at No. 3. Muhammad Zohaib Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Rahul Chopra, and Dhruv Parashar will form the middle order, providing both stability and acceleration options.
In the bowling department, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Haider Ali, Dhruv Parashar, Harshit Kaushik and Muhammad Jawad Ullah.
UAE Probable Playing11:
Alishan Sharafu, Waseem Muhammad, Muhammad Zohaib Khan, Rahul Chopra (WK), Asif Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawad Ullah
PAK vs UAE Asia Cup 2025: Both Teams’ Squads
Pakistan Squad: Mohammad Haris, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Hasan Nawaz, Agha Salman, Khushdil Shah, Saim Ayub, Hussain Talat, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Wasim, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem
United Arab Emirates Squad: Aryansh Sharma, Rahul Chopra, Waseem Muhammad, Asif Khan, Ethan Dsouza, Muhammad Zohaib Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Saghir Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawad Ullah, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Simranjeet Singh Kang, Matiullah Khan
PAK vs UAE Asia Cup 2025 – Will UAE Upset Pakistan?
UAE played their last 2 games against Pakistan in the Tri-series and posted good totals on the board. However, due to a lack of experience in their bowling unit, they lost both matches. In this match, if their bowlers deliver good spells, UAE has the potential to upset Pakistan. This match is very crucial for Pakistan; if they lose it, they will be eliminated from the tournament.
PAK vs UAE Match 8 – FAQs
What is the probable playing XI for Pakistan vs the United Arab Emirates in the Asia Cup 2025?
Pakistan is expected to continue with the same XI that played against India, featuring Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Haris, Faheem Ashraf and Saim Ayub. The United Arab Emirates is also likely to retain its previous XI, with Waseem Muhammad, Alishan Sharafu, Junaid Siddique and Muhammad Jawad Ullah as key players.
Who are the key players to watch in the PAK vs UAE Asia Cup 2025 match?
For Pakistan, Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub are standout performers, while Fakhar Zaman provides consistency. For the United Arab Emirates. Waseem Muhammad and Alishan Sharafu will be crucial, with Junaid Siddique leading the bowling attack.
Will the United Arab Emirates make any changes to their playing XI against Pakistan?
The United Arab Emirates is not expected to make changes to its lineup. The team will likely stick with the same XI that competed against Oman, relying on their experienced players to deliver.
Where can I follow the live score of the PAK vs UAE Asia Cup 2025 match?
You can check the Asia Cup 2025 Live Score and ball-by-ball updates on MyFinal11’s live score page.
