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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) are preparing to face Afghanistan in the decisive match of the three-game T20I series scheduled for Tuesday.
In the first match of the series, Afghanistan secured a convincing win against the UAE, but the hosts bounced back strongly to claim victory in the second T20I. As the series reaches its culmination, both teams are determined to conclude on a triumphant note.
T20 Stats and Records at Sharjah Cricket Stadium :
- Total matches: 44
- Matches won batting first: 25
- Matches won bowling first: 19
- Average first innings scores: 144
- Average second innings scores: 120
- Highest total recorded: 215/6 (20 Overs) by Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe
- Lowest total recorded: 38/10 (10.4 Overs) by Hong Kong vs Pakistan
- Highest score chased: 179/6 (19.1 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
- Lowest score defended: 142/7 (20 Overs) by West Indies vs Bangladesh
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Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Sharjah Cricket Stadium, known for its short boundaries, generally hosts matches on a slow pitch. Despite the sluggish nature of the pitch, the close proximity of the boundaries has enabled batsmen to accumulate substantial runs at this venue. As a result, the team captain winning the toss might choose to pursue the target.
Sharjah Weather Forecast
The weather outlook for the imminent clash between UAE and Afghanistan in Sharjah looks favourable, with a mere 5% likelihood of precipitation. The local crowd can expect increased humidity at 69%, coupled with a breeze reaching 25 kmph. The anticipated temperature hovers around 23 degrees.
UAE vs Afghanistan, 3rd T20I, Probable Playing XI:
UAE: Muhammad Waseem (c), Aryan Lakra, Vriitya Aravind, Basil Hameed, Tanish Suri (wk), Dhruv Parashar, Ali Naseer, Aayan Afzal Khan, Akif Raja, Muhammad Jawadullah, Junaid Siddique
Afghanistan: Hazratullah Zazai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Darwish Rasooli, Qais Ahmad, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
