Predicting PAK’s Playing XI for the 10th Match against UAE in T20 Asia Cup 2025, Group A

Pakistan heads into match 10 of the T20 Asia Cup 2025 against the UAE with something to prove after their frustrating loss to India. They batted poorly, only managing 127/9, and their bowlers couldn’t contain India’s top order. But, ultimately, even in defeat, some players shone and could be a part of how Pakistan plans for the future. Against the UAE, Pakistan will try to respond with a slightly smoother-sailing XI—one that includes attacking thinking, along with experience and resilience.

Openers

In Pakistan’s innings against India, Sahibzada Farhan nicely played his role, scoring 40 runs off 44 balls as wickets tumbled down at the other end. Farhan is a natural top-order opener who provides some stability and the ability to rotate the strike. Although he only scored 17, Fakhar Zaman is still a dangerous batsman from the top of the order; his ability to clear the ropes during the powerplay and impose immediate pressure on the UAE bowlers with his aggressive play is always a threat. The left-right combination provides stability with an advantage at the top of the order, and the Pakistan innings could build on a solid start.

Middle Order

Pakistan’s middle order had a tremendous collapse against India, not having the services of Agha Salman or Mohammad Haris, who were the main disappointments. Nonetheless, and I know he is not a runs player on what we have seen so far, Harries is a crucial selection for Pakistan because of his wicket-keeping and natural aggression. If that comes out, he will score quickly and can swing the game in Pakistan’s favour. Shaheen Shah Afridi is predominantly a bowler, but he demonstrated remarkable hitting capabilities at No.9, hitting 33 off 16 balls, an astonishing SR of 206. 

All-Rounders

Faheem Ashraf scored 11 runs and bowled to bad fortune in the last match, but he is still important with his skill set for an all-round player. He balances the team as he can bowl a tight over and add good runs down the order. Mohammad Nawaz, despite performing poorly as a batsman and a bowler against India, is hard to dismiss. His left-arm spin adds variety to the attack, and on pitches in the UAE that can help spinners, he can become a key wicket-taker if he gets into some rhythm.

Bowlers

Although Saim Ayub might have found batting difficult, his unexpected 3/35 against India provides an alternative bowling option that teams don’t see often. To the extent he can now break partnerships with part-time spin, he just adds to their already burgeoning strength in the bowling line. Abrar Ahmed has bowled very well – just 16 runs in his four overs and kept India’s big hitters in check. If he manages to get his mystery spin working, it may trouble the batters from the UAE – especially if the lights are on in Dubai. Pakistan’s bowling has plenty of sting to it, led by Shaheen Afridi’s name at the top of the bowling line, despite an expensive first outing last match.

FAQs

1: Who is expected to open for Pakistan against the UAE?

Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman are likely to open the innings.

2: Which middle-order batter can provide stability?

Mohammad Haris is expected to play a stabilizing role while keeping wickets.

3: Can Shaheen Afridi contribute with the bat?

Yes, Shaheen’s 33 off 16 balls against India showed his finishing ability.

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