UAE's collapse against Pakistan A enters their list of all-time lowest T20 totals

Kaushik Kashyap

Alishan Sharafu bowled by Jasprit Bumrah. [Source - ACC Media]Alishan Sharafu bowled by Jasprit Bumrah. [Source - ACC Media]

The UAE’s rise in T20 cricket has been promising, built on growing depth and improved exposure. But alongside the highs, there have been tough outings where their batting failed to withstand pressure, resulting in some notably low team totals on challenging surfaces or against superior bowling attacks.

Examining these lowest innings scores highlights patterns in temperament, adaptability, and decision-making of an inexperienced side like them. Ultimately, this listicle focuses on those off days for the UAE where they registered their lowest T20 totals.

3. 62/10 vs Scotland, Dubai, 2024

Third instance in the list is UAE’s 2024 T20I series decider against Scotland, ironically after Scotland themselves struggled with the bat and got bowled out for just 94. What followed was an extraordinary turnaround. Scotland’s pacers opened up UAE batting order early before spin took over to dismantle the chase completely. UAE were bowled out for 62, handing Scotland one of the most thrilling low-scoring victories in recent memory.

2. 59/10 vs Pakistan A, Doha, 2025*

The second-lowest total arrived just recently in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 in Doha, where UAE A side had a very brutal outing against Pakistan A. After opting to bat first UAE A batters never got going as Pakistan A bowlers controlled every phase, denying scoring opportunities and forcing mistakes throughout the innings. With no partnership holding firm, UAE A crumbled to 59 all out in what went on to be a one-sided contest.

1. 57/10 vs India, Dubai, 2025

UAE’s lowest T20 total came in the 2025 Asia Cup in Dubai, where India’s attack led spectacularly by Kuldeep Yadav proved far too good for the home side. Kuldeep ran riot with a stunning 4 for 7, ripping through the middle order while the rest of the bowling unit maintained relentless pressure. UAE simply could not settle and got bowled out for just 57, batting first.