Published on: Sep 1, 2025 12:32 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 1, 2025 12:33 pm IST
As the action of the UAE Tri-Series 2025 rolls on, we enter match no. 3, wherein the hosts, UAE, are all set to take on Afghanistan at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah. Both team haven’t tasted success yet in this tri-series, making this game a crucial one. The winner of this match will hold onto the second spot on the points table for now, right behind Pakistan. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 1st T20I of the tri-series between UAE vs AFG at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah.
The United Arab Emirates has shocked Afghanistan in T20 cricket on numerous occasions. However, when it comes to this series, the Afghanistan team appears well-equipped with its resources. Despite losing their opening game to Pakistan, Afghanistan still holds an edge heading into this contest against the hosts. Therefore, the win probability meter will fall in favor of the visitors, Afghanistan. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the UAE vs AFG 3rd Match at Sharjah.
AFG: 59% win chance PAK: 41% win chance
The Afghan opener has scored 189 runs in his last 10 T20I innings. He hasn't been at his best but remains a vital cog at the top.
The all-rounder will be batting in the middle-order and will be crucial with the ball as well with his upright seam bowling.
Muhammad Waseem, the UAE skipper, has amassed 277 runs from last 10 matches at a staggering strike-rate of 158.28.
Sediqullah Atal will be batting at no 3 for Afghanistan. The left-hander will be key in setting the temp on the middle overs.
Check out our prediction for the UAE vs AFG 3rd T20I at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah.
Afghanistan is one of the powerhouses in Asia in T20 cricket. Their loss against Pakistan was a big shock, considering the contrasting squads the two teams possess. Pakistan secured a comprehensive 39-run victory in the opening game of this tri-series. That loss will serve as a motivation for Afghanistan to do well in the following games in this series.
Their next opponents, the hosts UAE, could be a vulnerable side despite playing in home conditions. The UAE is ranked 15th in T20I team rankings, whereas Afghanistan still holds the 9th position. Going by the rankings of the two sides, Afghanistan still holds the upper hand and will be the favorite heading into this contest. A win here for Afghanistan will mean that they will get into the second spot for now on the points table.
The hosts, United Arab Emirates, haven’t had a great start to their campaign in this tri-series. They lost to Pakistan by 31 runs in a high-scoring fixture but displayed a glimpse of character. Chasing a mammoth total of 207 runs on a sluggish wicket, the UAE managed to score 176 and displayed what they are capable of.
After suffering a 31-run defeat to Pakistan in their opening match, the hosts need to regroup quickly to stay competitive against two heavyweight sides. Asif Khan’s explosive 77 was a lone bright spot, but early wickets and a fragile middle order exposed their vulnerabilities. With matches coming thick and fast, UAE must tighten their bowling, especially in the death overs, and build partnerships at the top. Captain Muhammad Waseem will look to rally his squad, banking on local familiarity and emerging talents like Alishan Sharafu and Junaid Siddique. If they can convert individual brilliance into collective performance, the UAE could still carve a path to the final. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 12 UAE won: 3 AFG won: 9 No Result: 0 RECENT form AFGHANISTAN: L L W W L RECENT form UAE: W W W L L
UAE and Afghanistan have collided 12 times in T20 cricket. Afghanistan has the upper hand with 9 wins to their name, whereas the UAE have won the remaining 3 fixtures. In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, UAE has won twice, whereas Afghanistan has won thrice.
How will the two teams, i.e., Afghanistan and UAE, fare in the 3rd match of the tri-series? Let’s take a look.
Muhammad Zohaib, Muhammad Waseem (C), Asif Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Rahul Chopra (WK), Ethan DSouza, Dhruv Parashar, Saghir Khan, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 3rd match of the United Arab Emirates T20I Tri-Nation Series 2025 between Afghanistan and UAE at the Sharjah Cricket Ground, Sharjah:
Toss Prediction
With Sharjah’s batting-friendly surface and short boundaries, both captains are likely to opt to bowl first if they win the toss. Chasing under lights has proven effective here, especially with the pitch slowing down later. Expect Afghanistan or UAE to back their batters to hunt down a target, using early overs to assess conditions and apply scoreboard pressure.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 3rd match of the United Arab Emirates T20I Tri-Nation Series 2025 will take place live on the FanCode App. There’s no live TV coverage for this series available in India.
Afghanistan is the clear favorite heading into this fixture. They have a better head-to-head record against the UAE and hold the edge against them even in the last 5 T20Is. Afghanistan would be eager to get back to winning ways and get their series campaign on. Therefore, as per our prediction, the visitors, Afghanistan, are expected to win the UAE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction 3rd T20I match.