Mens T20 Emerging Asia Cup 2024 Match 11, PK A vs UAE Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today's Match?

PK A vs UAE Match Prediction [Source: @TheRealPCB, @EmiratesCricket/x.com]

The ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Asia Cup 2024 is set to witness a thrilling encounter as Pakistan A prepares to battle the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday, October 23 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Ministry Turf 1. With both teams coming off vastly different outcomes in their previous games, the stage is set for a nail-biting showdown.

Pakistan A Needs A Win

Despite a stumble in their last match against Oman, where the top order failed to fire, Pakistan A showcased their depth with crucial innings from the middle and lower order.

Omair Yousuf and Qasim Akram's partnership was the calm before the storm, setting the stage for explosive finishes from Abdul Samad, Rohail Nazir, and Arafat Minhas, propelling the team to a competitive score of 185/5.

Pakistan A's bowlers turned the heat up in the second half, slicing through the opposition's lineup with precision. Shahnawaz Dahani led the charge with a miserly 1/13 from his four overs. Zaman Khan, along with his fellow bowlers, tightened the screws to secure 74 run win. They will look to continue the momentum and secure a win to qualify for the semis.

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UAE Faces An Uphill Battle

On the other hand, UAE faces a challenging task vs Pakistan A. Their batting faltered in the previous game vs India A, and despite Rahul Chopra's gritty half-century, the team crumbled to 107 all out. They'll need a significant turnaround, with the top order needing to step up to the plate and deliver.

The UAE bowlers, who showed glimpses of potential, will need to bowl out of their skins against Pakistan A's deep batting lineup.

With captain Basil Hameed having an expensive last outing, tightening the noose will be critical for UAE to harbour any hopes of an upset.

How Will the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Pitch Behave?

The pitch at Al Amerat is a spinner's paradise, with considerable turn on offer. This could be where the match is won or lost, as both teams' spin contingents look to exploit the conditions. Pacers will not be left behind, as their ability to use variations could come in handy in crucial moments. Batters need to get their eye in before switching gears.

PK A vs UAE: Predicted Toss Result

With a crucial toss to win and likely batting-friendly conditions in the first innings, both captains will be eager to put runs on the board and defend. The ideal winning score hovers around the 150 mark, suggesting a tight contest where every run will be worth its weight in gold.

PK A vs UAE: Players To Watch Out For

Pakistan A

Batters: Rohail Nazir, Yasir Khan
All-rounders: Qasim Akram, Arafat Minhas
Bowlers: Sufiyan Muqeem

United Arab Emirates

Batters: Rahul Chopra, Mayank Rajesh Chaudhry
All-rounders: Basil Hameed, Nilansh Keswani
Bowlers: Muhammad Jawad-Ullah

PK A vs UAE: Match Prediction

PK A vs UAE: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 150-175
Predicted second innings score: 140-165

Predicted Result: The team batting first will have an advantage in this match.

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