Pakistan have secured their place in the T20 tri-series final after a dominant 31-run victory against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Sharjah. This marks their second win against the UAE in the series, solidifying their position as a strong contender for the title.
The UAE faced a challenging target of 172 runs but fell short, managing only 140. Fakhar Zaman's explosive innings of 77 runs from just 44 balls was instrumental in Pakistan's victory. Skipper Salman Ali Agha's decision to bat first after winning the toss proved to be a strategic masterstroke.
This T20 tri-series, featuring Pakistan, the UAE, and Afghanistan, serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming Asia Cup. The final showdown is slated for September 7th. Afghanistan and the UAE are set to clash in their second match to determine who will face Pakistan in the highly anticipated final.
While Pakistan previously defeated Afghanistan in the series opener, they faced a setback against the same team just a day before this victory. This win against the UAE, however, demonstrates Pakistan's resilience and determination.
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ICC Test Championship
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Twenty20 Format
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