A T20I series with Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the UAE will happen from 29 August to 7 September 2025. It will be held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
This tournament allows all three teams to adjust to UAE conditions. It prepares them for the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup, starting on 9 September.
Originally, Afghanistan was supposed to play a bilateral series hosted by Pakistan. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) proposed changing it to a tri-series. They also suggested moving it to the UAE to prepare better for the Asia Cup.
Tri-Series Format
- Each team plays the others twice.
- The top two teams qualify for the final on 7 September.
- All matches begin at 7:00 PM local time.
Match Schedule & Results
| Aug 29 | Pakistan vs Afghanistan | Pakistan won by 39 runs – 7 PM |
| Aug 30 | Pakistan vs UAE | Pakistan won by 31 runs – 7 PM |
| Sep 01 | Afghanistan vs UAE | Afghanistan won by 38 runs – 7 PM |
| Sep 02 | Pakistan vs Afghanistan | Match starts at 7 PM |
| Sep 04 | Pakistan vs UAE | Match starts at 7 PM |
| Sep 05 | Afghanistan vs UAE | Match starts at 7 PM |
| Sep 07 | Final (Top 2 teams) | Match starts at 7 PM |
UAE Cricket Schedule 2025–26
The UAE has a busy season ahead with multiple T20I and ODI series, including qualifiers for the T20 World Cup 2026.
Full Schedule Overview
| UAE T20I Tri-Series | T20Is | UAE | Aug 29 – Sep 7, 2025 |
| ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup | T20Is | UAE | Sep 9 – Sep 28, 2025 |
| T20 WC Asia & EAP Regional Final | T20Is | Oman | Oct 8 – Oct 17, 2025 |
| UAE Tri-Nation Series | ODIs | UAE | October 2025 |
| Nepal Tri-Nation Series | ODIs | Nepal | March 2025 |
| USA Tri-Nation Series | ODIs | USA | May 2025 |
UAE Cricket Key Fixtures – 2025–26 Season
UAE T20I Tri-Series (Aug–Sep 2025)
- UAE will host a T20I tri-series featuring Pakistan and Afghanistan.
- The tournament runs from August 29 to September 7 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
- UAE plays Pakistan on August 30 and September 4.
- UAE faces Afghanistan on September 1 and September 5.
- If UAE finishes in the top two, they will qualify for the final on September 7.
ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup (Sep 2025)
- The Asia Cup will be held in the UAE from September 9 to 28.
- UAE is placed in Group A with India, Pakistan, and Oman.
- Group B Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong
- UAE plays India on September 10.
- UAE faces Oman on September 15.
- UAE takes on Pakistan on September 17.
- Top two teams from Group A will move to the Super Four stage.
Asia Cup 2025 All Team Squads
- Oman Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- Pakistan Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- India Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- UAE Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- Afghanistan Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- Bangladesh Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- Sri Lanka Squad for Asia Cup 2025
- Hong Kong Squad for Asia Cup 2025
T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Regional Final (Oct 2025)
- UAE will travel to Oman for the regional qualifiers from October 8 to 17.
- UAE is in Group A with Malaysia and Qatar.
- UAE plays Qatar on October 8.
- UAE faces Malaysia on October 10.
- Top two teams advance to the Super Six round.
- In Super Six, UAE must finish in the top three to qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026.
UAE ODI Tri-Nation Series (Oct 2025)
- UAE will host an ODI tri-series in October 2025.
- They will play two ODIs each against Nepal and the USA.
Nepal ODI Tri-Nation Series (Mar 2025)
- UAE will travel to Nepal in March 2025.
- They will play four ODIs—two each against Nepal and Oman.
- This series is part of the World Cup League 2.
USA ODI Tri-Nation Series (May 2025)
- UAE will visit the USA in May 2025.
- They will play four ODIs against USA and Namibia.
- This will be the final leg of their 2025–26 season.
Conclusion
The United Arab Emirates is gearing up for one of its busiest and most important cricket seasons yet. The schedule of the UAE is packed. First, the T20I Tri-Series starts. Then, they host the Asia Cup. After that, they take part in World Cup qualifiers. These matches are crucial in both T20I and ODI formats.
These matches provide valuable practice and key chances for the team to earn a spot in the T20 World Cup 2026. UAE’s journey in 2025–26, whether at home or abroad, promises excitement and growth. It’s a chance to shine globally.
FAQs
Which channel is showing Tri-Nation Series 2025 in Pakistan?
The Tri-Nation Series 2025 will air in Pakistan on PTV Sports, A Sports, and Ten Sports. You can also stream it live on Tamasha, Tapmad, and Myco.
Which teams are in the Pakistan Tri Series 2025?
The series features Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Where is the Tri-Nation series in Pakistan?
The Tri-Nation Series is not hosted in Pakistan; it is being played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Who are the commentators for the Pakistan Tri Series 2025?
The commentary panel includes Aamir Sohail, Bazid Khan, Sana Mir, Danny Morrison, Vernon Philander, and Sikandar Bakht.
