Cricket Clash: UAE Hosts High-Stakes T20 Tri-Series with Pakistan and Afghanistan

The spotlight turns to the United Arab Emirates as it gears up to host a Twenty20 tri-series involving Afghanistan and Pakistan. This sporting event, marking a crucial phase in the teams' preparations for next year's T20 World Cup, is set to commence on August 29 in Sharjah. All seven matches of the series will unfold in this vibrant emirate, culminating in a gripping final for the top two teams.

Both Pakistan and Afghanistan have already secured their slots in the World Cup, which India and Sri Lanka will jointly host. As for the UAE, qualification hinges on their performance in the ICC's Asia-East Asia and Pacific qualifiers in Oman later this year. Afghanistan, having recently concluded a series against Zimbabwe, looks to regain momentum, while Pakistan is sharpening its skills in a current series against the West Indies in the United States.

The tri-series precedes the much-anticipated Asia Cup, also taking place in the UAE. The tournament begins on September 9, with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong in the opener. This series and the subsequent Asia Cup promise to be thrilling events for cricket enthusiasts as teams battle for prestige and preparation.

(With inputs from agencies.)