Afghanistan Tops UAE as Rashid Khan Breaks T20I Wicket Record

Afghanistan secured a 38-run victory over the United Arab Emirates in the T20I tri-series match at Sharjah, highlighted by Rashid Khan becoming the highest wicket-taker in T20 internationals with 165 wickets. Afghanistan posted a strong total of 188 for four, powered by half-centuries from Sediqullah Atal (54) and Ibrahim Zadran (63), with late contributions from Azmatullah Omarzai and Karim Janat. In response, UAE's captain Muhammad Waseem scored a rapid 67, supported by Rahul Chopra's unbeaten 52, but the team collapsed after Waseem's dismissal. Afghanistan's bowling attack, led by Rashid Khan's 3 for 21 and Sharafuddin Ashraf's three wickets, stifled UAE's chase, restricting them to 150 for eight. This win gave Afghanistan crucial points in the tri-series after their opening loss to Pakistan, setting up an important match against Pakistan next. The performances underscored both Rashid Khan's historic achievement and Afghanistan's growing strength in T20 cricket.