US EditionAfghan fast bowler Ahmad denies UAE consolation win in tri-series
Afghanistan secured their third consecutive win in the tri-series by defending 170 runs, with Fareed Ahmad bowling a crucial final over to restrict UAE to 166-5.
- On Friday, September 5, 2025, Afghanistan National Cricket Team edged the United Arab Emirates cricket team by four runs in Sharjah, defending 170 for 4 with Fareed Ahmad dismissing Asif on the last ball.
- Afghanistan rested six frontline players, including captain Rashid Khan, for the match that had no impact on standings as they secured a final spot ahead of Sunday's final against Pakistan.
- Ibrahim Zadran top-scored with 48 off 35 and was named Player of the Match, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 40 and they shared a 98-run opening stand; Karim Janat and Gulbadin Naib added late cameos.
- Afghanistan will face Pakistan in the tri-series final on 7 September after Fareed Ahmad defended 17 runs and dismissed Asif Khan, while UAE hosts finished without a win.
- Across the tri‑series, Pakistan and Afghanistan each won three games by defending targets, while UAE lost all four matches chasing totals.
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