UAE vs Afghanistan Cricket Match Result, Highlights and Score Update
In a tense Group D clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Afghanistan defeated the UAE by 5 wickets in the
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on February 16, 2026.
This was Afghanistan’s first win of the tournament and a crucial one. The victory keeps their Super 8 qualification hopes alive while simultaneously confirming South Africa’s progression to the next round.
Search trends for “UAE vs Afghanistan live score today”, “AFG vs UAE live”, and “AFG vs UAE table” surged immediately after the match.
Match Result at a Glance
- Result: Afghanistan won by 5 wickets (4 balls remaining)
- Player of the Match: Azmatullah Omarzai
- Milestone: Rashid Khan becomes first bowler to 700 T20 wickets
UAE Innings – 160/9 (20 Overs)
The UAE showed resilience after an early wobble at 13/2.
Key Batting Performances
- Sohaib Khan – 68 (48)
- Alishan Sharafu – 40 (31)
- Syed Haider – 13 (10)
- Waseem Muhammad – 10 (6)
At 97/2 in the 12th over, the UAE looked set for a total beyond 180. However, Afghanistan’s spinners tightened the screws in the death overs.
The UAE managed only 67 runs in the final 10 overs while losing 7 wickets.
Total: 160/9
Run Rate: 8.00
Afghanistan’s Bowling Brilliance
Azmatullah Omarzai – 4/15
Azmatullah Omarzai delivered a match-winning spell:
- 4 overs
- 15 runs
- 4 wickets
He dismantled the UAE middle order and completely shifted the momentum.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman – 2/31
Rashid Khan – 1/24
Historic Milestone – Rashid Khan’s 700 T20 Wickets
Rashid Khan created history in the 16th over of the UAE innings.
Muhammad Arfan’s hit-wicket dismissal handed Rashid his 700th T20 wicket, achieved in just 512 innings.
He becomes:
- The first bowler ever to reach 700 T20 wickets
- The fastest in terms of innings
This milestone adds another chapter to his already legendary T20 career.
Afghanistan Innings – 162/5 (19.2 Overs)
Chasing 161, Afghanistan had an early setback when Gurbaz departed for a duck.
But calm heads prevailed.
Ibrahim Zadran – The Anchor
- 53 (41)
- Controlled the chase
- Stabilized the innings
Darwish Rasooli – 33 (23)
Sediqullah Atal – 16 (14)
Then came the finishing act.
Omarzai’s All-Round Heroics
Azmatullah Omarzai returned to dominate with the bat:
- 40 off 21 balls*
- 2 fours
- 3 sixes
He accelerated under pressure and sealed the win with 4 balls to spare.
Few all-round performances in recent T20 World Cups have matched this impact.
UAE Bowling Effort
- Junaid Siddique – 2 wickets
- Muhammad Arfan – 2 wickets
Despite disciplined spells, they couldn’t stop Afghanistan’s late surge.
Group D Qualification Scenario – AFG vs UAE Table Impact
With this win:
- Afghanistan move to 3rd place in Group D
- South Africa officially qualify
- UAE remain eliminated
For Afghanistan to reach the Super 8s:
- They must defeat Canada in their final group match.
- Net run rate and other results must favor them.
Searches for “AFG vs UAE T20 points table” are trending as fans calculate scenarios.
Where Is the T20 World Cup 2026 Being Played?
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is being hosted across multiple venues in India and Sri Lanka.
Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium is one of the key Indian venues for group matches.
Where to Watch Afghanistan vs UAE Live?
Fans searching for “Afghanistan vs UAE live streaming” can check official broadcasters and licensed streaming platforms.
In Pakistan, matches are commonly available through:
- Tamasha
- Official sports TV channels
Always use authorized platforms for uninterrupted streaming.
Is the UAE Cricket Team Competitive?
The UAE team has shown strong improvement:
- Competitive middle order
- Structured bowling attack
- Fearless approach in debut campaigns
Their fight against Afghanistan proves they can challenge stronger nations.
Quick FAQs
Who won the Pak-Afg-UAE Tri-Series?
There is no tri-series connected to this match. This game was part of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Who won the match between India and Afghanistan?
That is a separate fixture. This article covers Afghanistan vs UAE.
Who won today’s AFG vs UAE match?
Afghanistan won by 5 wickets.
Final Th oughts
This match had everything:
- Historic individual milestone
- All-round brilliance
- Qualification drama
- Late-over tension
Azmatullah Omarzai’s performance will be remembered as one of the defining displays of the tournament so far.
