PAK vs UAE Pitch Report & Weather Update: Pakistan will face the United Arab Emirates in the 10th match of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, on 17 September 2025, at 8:00 PM IST.
With Pakistan aiming to secure their spot in the Super Four, the pitch and weather conditions will play a vital role in this clash.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report – PAK vs UAE
The surface at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is balanced, offering opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers. Fast bowlers can swing early in the innings, while spinners play with average turn in the middle overs. As the match progresses, dew will make batting easier and will be beneficial for the team batting later.
- Batting Conditions: Moderate scoring pitch; par score is around 145–150, but teams batting first should aim for 170+ to stay competitive.
- Pace Bowling: Swing and seam with the new ball; slower deliveries and yorkers are effective in the death overs.
- Spin Bowling: Average turn; disciplined spinners can restrict scoring and apply pressure in the middle overs.
- Average 1st Innings Score (T20I at this venue): ~145 runs
- Winning Total: 170+ runs considered challenging.
Toss Prediction – PAK vs UAE
Dubai historically favours chasing teams due to dew in the second innings. In the last Asia Cup matches at this venue, teams batting second have consistently won. The toss-winning captain is likely to opt for bowling first.
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PAK vs UAE Weather Forecast – Dubai (17 Sep, evening)
The weather in Dubai is expected to be clear, hot, and humid with no chance of rain. Dew in the second innings will ease batting conditions, giving chasing sides an advantage.
| Time | Temp | Rain | Wind Speed | Wind Direction | Cloud Cover | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 | 33°C | 0% | 2 km/h | S | 31% | Clear, Humid |
| 21:00 | 32°C | 0% | 3 km/h | S | 35% | Dew Possible |
| 23:00 | 31°C | 0% | 1 km/h | SSW | 100% | Clear, Dew Likely |
What Conditions Suggest – PAK vs UAE
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If Pakistan bats first: Aim for 170+, relying on Fakhar Zaman, Sahibzada Farhan, and the middle order to accelerate.
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If UAE bats first: Chasing 160–170 is competitive; Mohammad Waseem and Alishan Sharafu need to anchor the innings.
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Dew Factor: Strongly favours chasing sides, making the toss crucial.
