Pakistan (Playing XI)
- Saim Ayub
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Mohammad Haris (WK)
- Fakhar Zaman
- Salman Agha (C)
- Khushdil Shah
- Hasan Nawaz
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Shaheen Afridi
- Abrar Ahmed
- Haris Rauf (In for Sufiyan Muqeem)
United Arab Emirates (Playing XI):
- Alishan Sharafu
- Muhammad Waseem(c)
- Asif Khan
- Muhammad Zohaib
- Harshit Kaushik
- Rahul Chopra(w)
- Dhruv Parashar
- Haider Ali
- Muhammad Rohid Khan
- Simranjeet Singh
- Junaid Siddique
Match 10 | Pakistan vs United Arab Emirates | DP World Asia Cup 2025 | PAK vs UAE Match
In the Asia Cup, 2025, Pakistan (PAK) faces off against United Arab Emirates (UAE) in what's expected to be a thrilling encounter.
MATCH INFO
Toss Time
No Handshake Controversy
'No Handshake Controversy' timeline around the Asia Cup 2025 cricket matches between India and Pakistan:
On September 14, after the India-Pakistan Asia Cup match in Dubai, controversy erupted when the Indian team, led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, chose not to shake hands with the Pakistani players after their seven-wicket victory. This break from tradition came amid heightened political tensions between the two countries, with India dedicating the win to its armed forces and expressing solidarity with victims of a recent terror attack linked to Pakistan. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha refused to participate in the post-match presentation, and Pakistan’s coach Mike Hesson openly criticized India’s refusal to engage in the customary post-match handshake.
On September 15, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) formally complained to the International Cricket Council (ICC) about the conduct during the match, specifically blaming the match referee Andy Pycroft for siding with India by permitting or not preventing the breach of protocol. The PCB demanded Pycroft's immediate removal from officiating further Asia Cup games. They indicated that unless their demand was met, Pakistan might boycott their upcoming match.
On September 16, the ICC rejected PCB's request to replace the match referee. In response, the PCB escalated matters, threatening to boycott their next match against the UAE if Pycroft officiated. The Pakistan team canceled a scheduled pre-match media conference, though they proceeded with practice nets at the ICC Academy. PCB also sent a second letter reiterating their demand for Pycroft’s removal.
On the day of the match, September 17, the Pakistan team had a delayed start leaving their hotel, causing the match itself to be postponed by an hour. Speculation was rife about whether Pakistan would play or boycott the match. Officials confirmed that it was a must-win game for both sides, and Pakistan’s boycott would result in elimination from the tournament. PCB requested another delay to allow for further discussions. Eventually, the Pakistan team left for the stadium, but it was uncertain if Pycroft would officiate or if the game would proceed under current conditions.
The situation remains tense, with the cricketing world's eyes on whether the match will take place, while the political undercurrents continue to influence the sporting proceedings.
This summarizes the developments professionally but maintains a natural flow reflecting the tension and uncertainties around the situation.
Tactics & Match-ups:
United Arab Emirates Probable XI:
- Alishan Sharafu
- Muhammad Waseem (c)
- Muhammad Zohaib
- Rahul Chopra (wk)
- Asif Khan
- Harshit Kaushik
- Dhruv Parashar
- Haider Ali
- Muhammad Rohid Khan
- Muhammad Jawadullah
- Junaid Siddique
Pakistan Probable XI:
- Saim Ayub
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Mohammad Haris (wk)
- Fakhar Zaman
- Salman Agha (c)
- Hasan Nawaz
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Faheem Ashraf
- Shaheen Afridi
- Sufiyan Muqeem
- Abrar Ahmed
