Pakistan, Afghanistan & UAE To Play T20I Tri-Series In Sharjah Ahead Of Asia Cup
Pakistan will face Afghanistan and UAE in a triangular T20 series starting August 29, ahead of the Asia Cup. The series includes six matches, with the final on September 7.
Pakistan is set to face Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates in a triangular T20 series starting from August 29, according to the ICC. This tournament will be held prior to the Asia Cup in September, as teams from the sub-continent gear up for next year's T20 World Cup.
The series will kick off with Pakistan taking on Afghanistan, last year's T20 World Cup semi-finalists. Each team will play against the others twice, with the top two teams advancing to the final on September 7.
In their five previous T20I encounters at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Pakistan has won three times against Afghanistan, while Afghanistan has triumphed twice.
Currently, Pakistan is involved in a three-match T20I series against the West Indies, following a 2-1 defeat against Bangladesh in their last series. Afghanistan last played a T20I series in December, defeating Zimbabwe 2-1. UAE enters the tournament after a notable T20I series victory against Bangladesh in May.
What Is The Schedule For The Tri-series?
(All matches to be played in Sharjah)
(With inputs from ANI)
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