UAE Cricket Board Unveils 15-Member Squad for Tri-Series in Sharjah
The UAE Cricket Board has officially revealed its squad for the highly anticipated T20I triangular series featuring Pakistan and Afghanistan. The 15-member team will be captained by Muhammad Waseem, who continues to lead the side with his explosive batting and strong leadership skills.
Key Highlights of the Announcement:
- Captain: Muhammad Waseem
- Tournament: T20I Triangular Series (UAE, Pakistan, Afghanistan)
- Start Date: August 29, 2025
- Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- Purpose: Crucial preparation ahead of the Asia Cup 2025
Full UAE Squad for T20I Tri-Series 2025
| Player | Role | Expertise |
|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Waseem (C) | Batter | Right-hand opener, aggressive striker |
| Vriitya Aravind | Wicketkeeper-Batter | Reliable middle-order anchor |
| Rohan Mustafa | All-Rounder | Left-hand batting, off-spin bowling |
| Basil Hameed | All-Rounder | Spin-bowling all-rounder |
| Chirag Suri | Batter | Top-order specialist |
| Zahoor Khan | Bowler | Right-arm medium fast |
| Junaid Siddique | Bowler | Right-arm fast bowler |
| Aryan Lakra | All-Rounder | Left-arm orthodox spinner, handy bat |
| Aayan Afzal Khan | All-Rounder | Emerging left-arm spinner |
| Ali Naseer | All-Rounder | Hard-hitting lower-order bat, medium pace |
| Karthik Meiyappan | Bowler | Leg-spinner, wicket-taker in middle overs |
| Ahmed Raza | Bowler | Experienced left-arm spinner |
| Sabir Ali | Bowler | Pace option with new ball skills |
| Asif Khan | Batter | Power-hitter in middle order |
| Fahad Nawaz | All-Rounder | Batting all-rounder with part-time spin |
Key Reasons the UAE Tri-Series Is More Than Just Warm-Up Matches
This tri-series is more than just a warm-up. It gives UAE players an opportunity to:
- Test themselves against world-class teams.
- Strengthen team combinations ahead of the Asia Cup.
- Showcase emerging cricketing talent on an international stage.
UAE’s Upcoming Cricket Calendar at a Glance
| Event | Date | Venue | Opponents |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20I Tri-Series | Aug 29, 2025 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | Pakistan & Afghanistan |
| Asia Cup 2025 | September 2025 | Various venues | Asia’s Top Teams |
Cricket fans in the UAE can expect intense action, strategic battles, and exciting performances as the national team prepares to make its mark in the regional cricketing landscape.
