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The Pakistan A Cricket Team vs United Arab Emirates National Cricket Team match in the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 was a one-sided contest that showcased Pakistan Shaheens’ bowling strength and aggressive batting. Played on 18 November 2025 at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha, the match ended with Pakistan A securing a comfortable nine-wicket victory.
The United Arab Emirates struggled against Pakistan A’s disciplined bowling attack and were dismissed for just 59 runs in 18 overs. Pakistan A chased the target in only 5.2 overs, finishing at 61/1. Maaz Sadaqat delivered an outstanding all-round performance, scoring an unbeaten 37 and taking two wickets.
This article covers the complete match scorecard, batting and bowling performances, important partnerships and key moments.
Pakistan A vs UAE Match Details
| Match information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan A vs United Arab Emirates |
| Tournament | ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 |
| Match date | 18 November 2025 |
| Venue | West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha |
| Match format | T20 |
| Toss | UAE elected to bat |
| UAE score | 59 all out in 18 overs |
| Pakistan A score | 61/1 in 5.2 overs |
| Result | Pakistan A won by 9 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Maaz Sadaqat |
Pakistan Shaheens entered the match looking to finish their group-stage campaign strongly. The team delivered an impressive performance in both innings and secured a place in the semi-finals.
United Arab Emirates Innings: Complete Batting Scorecard
UAE struggled to build partnerships after choosing to bat first. Their top order lost early wickets, and the middle order could not recover from the pressure created by Pakistan A’s bowlers.
Syed Haider was the leading batter, scoring 20 runs from 19 balls. Muhammad Farazuddin remained unbeaten on 12, but the rest of the batting line-up found scoring difficult.
UAE were eventually dismissed for 59 in 18 overs.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alishan Sharafu (c) | lbw b Arafat Minhas | 3 | 7 |
| Ahmed Tariq | c Muhammad Shahzad b Shahid Aziz | 0 | 1 |
| Sohaib Khan | c Irfan Khan b Ahmed Daniyal | 2 | 14 |
| Harshit Kaushik | lbw b Sufiyan Muqeem | 5 | 10 |
| Syed Haider | c Mohammad Naeem b Maaz Sadaqat | 20 | 19 |
| Yayin Rai | c Maaz Sadaqat b Muhammad Shahzad | 7 | 12 |
| Muhammad Arfan | c Ghazi Ghori b Ahmed Daniyal | 0 | 6 |
| Muhammad Farazuddin | Not out | 12 | 21 |
| Muhammad Farooq | b Sufiyan Muqeem | 0 | 4 |
| Muhammad Rohid Khan | b Sufiyan Muqeem | 0 | 2 |
| Muhammad Jawadullah | b Maaz Sadaqat | 1 | 12 |
| Extras | 9 | ||
| Total | All out, 18 overs | 59 |
UAE’s innings was affected by the loss of wickets at regular intervals. Syed Haider attempted to stabilise the batting, but the team could not build a substantial partnership.
Pakistan A Bowling Scorecard
Pakistan A’s bowlers controlled the innings through accurate line and length, effective spin and regular breakthroughs.
Sufiyan Muqeem was the leading wicket-taker with three wickets for 12 runs in four overs. Ahmed Daniyal and Maaz Sadaqat took two wickets each.
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahid Aziz | 2 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| Arafat Minhas | 3 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| Ahmed Daniyal | 3 | 0 | 7 | 2 |
| Maaz Sadaqat | 4 | 0 | 19 | 2 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 4 | 0 | 12 | 3 |
| Muhammad Shahzad | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
Sufiyan Muqeem’s spell was particularly important because he prevented UAE from recovering during the middle and final overs. His three wickets helped restrict the opposition to a very low total.
Ahmed Daniyal also delivered an economical performance, conceding only seven runs while taking two wickets.
Pakistan A Innings: Complete Batting Scorecard
Pakistan A needed only 60 runs to win. The chase began aggressively, with the batters looking to finish the match quickly.
Muhammad Naeem was dismissed for six, but Maaz Sadaqat and Ghazi Ghori formed an unbeaten partnership that took Pakistan A to victory.
Maaz scored 37 not out from 15 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes. Ghazi Ghori contributed an unbeaten 16 from 12 deliveries.
Pakistan A reached 61/1 in just 5.2 overs.
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Naeem | c Harshit Kaushik b Muhammad Rohid Khan | 6 | 5 |
| Maaz Sadaqat | Not out | 37 | 15 |
| Ghazi Ghori (wk) | Not out | 16 | 12 |
| Extras | 2 | ||
| Total | 1 wicket, 5.2 overs | 61 |
Maaz Sadaqat was the standout batter. His aggressive approach ensured that Pakistan A completed the chase without allowing UAE to build any pressure.
UAE Bowling Scorecard
UAE’s bowlers had very little time to defend their total. Muhammad Rohid Khan was the only bowler to take a wicket.
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Rohid Khan | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 |
| Muhammad Farazuddin | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Muhammad Arfan | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Muhammad Jawadullah | 0.2 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
The Pakistan A batters scored at a rapid rate of 11.44 runs per over. UAE could not prevent the scoring momentum after losing their early advantage.
Player of the Match: Maaz Sadaqat
Maaz Sadaqat was named Player of the Match for his outstanding all-round performance.
His contribution came in both innings:
- Batting: 37 not out from 15 deliveries.
- Boundaries: Four fours and three sixes.
- Bowling: Two wickets for 19 runs in four overs.
- Impact: Helped Pakistan A restrict UAE and complete a rapid chase.
His innings was especially impressive because he maintained an aggressive scoring rate while ensuring that Pakistan A lost no further wickets after his arrival at the crease.
Maaz had also been one of the leading performers in the tournament, making this another important contribution to Pakistan Shaheens’ successful group-stage campaign.
Key Moments of the Pakistan A vs UAE Match
Several moments shaped the result of the contest.
1. UAE lose early wickets
UAE struggled from the beginning and lost three wickets for just 15 runs. The early dismissals made it difficult for the batting line-up to establish a stable partnership.
2. Syed Haider provides resistance
Syed Haider scored 20 runs from 19 deliveries. His innings was the highest individual score for UAE, but he could not build a substantial partnership.
3. Sufiyan Muqeem controls the middle overs
Sufiyan Muqeem took three wickets for 12 runs. His bowling prevented UAE from recovering and kept the scoring rate low.
4. Maaz Sadaqat finishes the chase
Maaz attacked the UAE bowlers and scored 37 not out from 15 balls. His partnership with Ghazi Ghori helped Pakistan A complete the chase in only 5.2 overs.
Pakistan A vs UAE Match Statistics
The match statistics clearly show Pakistan A’s dominance in both departments.
| Match statistic | Pakistan A | UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Total runs | 61 | 59 |
| Wickets lost | 1 | 10 |
| Overs played | 5.2 | 18 |
| Run rate | 11.44 | 3.28 |
| Highest individual score | 37* | 20 |
| Best bowling figures | 3/12 | 1/25 |
| Result | Won by 9 wickets | Lost |
Pakistan A’s bowling attack restricted UAE to 59 runs, while their batters completed the chase at a much faster scoring rate.
What the Result Meant for Pakistan A
The victory was important for Pakistan Shaheens because it helped them finish their group-stage campaign with three consecutive wins and secure a semi-final place in the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025.
The performance also demonstrated the strength of Pakistan’s emerging players. Maaz Sadaqat, Sufiyan Muqeem and Ahmed Daniyal were particularly influential.
For UAE, the match highlighted the need for stronger batting partnerships and greater resistance against quality bowling attacks. Although the result was disappointing, the experience provided valuable lessons for the team’s developing players.
Conclusion
The Pakistan A Cricket Team vs United Arab Emirates National Cricket Team match scorecard from 18 November 2025 records a convincing nine-wicket victory for Pakistan Shaheens.
UAE were dismissed for 59 runs in 18 overs, with Syed Haider scoring 20. Pakistan A’s bowlers performed exceptionally well, led by Sufiyan Muqeem’s three wickets for 12 runs.
Pakistan A then completed the chase in just 5.2 overs, reaching 61/1. Maaz Sadaqat’s unbeaten 37 from 15 balls and his two wickets made him the clear Player of the Match.
The result was a strong example of Pakistan A’s all-round performance and helped the team secure a semi-final place in the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won the Pakistan A vs UAE match in the 2025 Rising Stars Asia Cup?
Pakistan A won the match by nine wickets on 18 November 2025 at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha.
2. What was the UAE score against Pakistan A?
The United Arab Emirates scored 59 runs before being dismissed in 18 overs.
3. What was Pakistan A’s score in the match?
Pakistan A scored 61/1 in just 5.2 overs while chasing the target of 60 runs.
4. Who was the Player of the Match in Pakistan A vs UAE?
Maaz Sadaqat received the Player of the Match award. He scored 37 not out from 15 balls and took two wickets for 19 runs.
5. Who was the leading wicket-taker for Pakistan A against UAE?
Sufiyan Muqeem was Pakistan A’s leading wicket-taker. He claimed three wickets for 12 runs in four overs.
