Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the India vs UAE clash in the Asia Cup 2025, as it will be a rare meeting between the two sides in T20 internationals. India has completely dominated UAE in their previous encounter, and now UAE will get a chance to challenge them on home soil in Dubai. This match is expected to be exciting as UAE look to improve their record, while India aim to maintain their unbeaten streak.
Quick Summary
- T20Is played: 1
- Record: India 1 – 0 UAE
- Only T20I result: India won by 9 wickets (Mirpur, 2016)
- Next meeting: September 10, 2025 – Dubai International Stadium
- Time: 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM UAE
India vs UAE T20I Head-to-Head
| Metric | India | UAE |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 1 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Chases Won | 1 | 0 |
| Highest Team Total | 82/1 | 81/9 |
| Lowest Team Total | 82/1 | 81/9 |
| Win % | 100% | 0% |
Context: The only T20I between the sides came in the 2016 T20 Asia Cup at Mirpur. UAE posted 81/9 (20); India replied 82/1 (10.1).
Match Log – All T20Is
| Date | Venue | Result | Brief Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2016 | Mirpur | India won by 9 wickets | UAE 81/9 (20) • India 82/1 (10.1) |
Best Individual Performances in IND vs UAE (T20I)
Batting – Top Contributions
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls | BF Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaiman Anwar | UAE | 43 | — | Top-scorer for UAE |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 39 | 28 | Player of the Match |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | 25* | — | Finished chase briskly |
Bowling – Top Figures
| Player | Team | Figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | India | 2/8 | New-ball squeeze set up the game |
| Harbhajan Singh | India | 1/11 | Economical in middle overs |
| Hardik Pandya | India | 1/11 | Supported powerplay pressure |
| Pawan Negi | India | 1/16 | Kept a lid on scoring |
Strike-rate and ball-by-ball breakdowns are from the single T20I played.
Like to know? India Asia Cup 2025 Standby Players
Asia Cup 2025 Context – What’s Next?
- Fixture: India vs UAE, September 10, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Stadium
- Start: 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM UAE
- UAE play at home and will look to improve on past numbers; India aim to maintain their perfect T20I record in this matchup.
Read more: India Probable Playing 11 for Asia Cup 2025
Key Talking Points
- Small sample, clear edge: Only one T20I so far; India dominated both with ball and bat.
- Powerplay pressure matters: India’s seamers controlled the early overs in 2016; expect similar plans in Dubai.
- Hosts’ chance: UAE’s best path is a steady top-order start and maximizing middle-over matchups to post/defend a competitive total.
Read more: UAE Squad for Asia Cup 2025
India vs UAE in T20 cricket has been one-sided so far, but playing at home gives UAE a golden chance to surprise everyone. With a young and energetic squad, UAE will look to put pressure on India, while the Men in Blue will aim to continue their dominance. Fans can expect an exciting contest that could produce memorable performances from both sides.
FAQs
How many T20Is have India and UAE played?
Only one; India lead 1–0.
Where and when is the next T20I between India and UAE?
Dubai, September 10, 2025 — 7:30 PM IST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM UAE.
Who starred in the last T20I against UAE?
Rohit Sharma (39) was Player of the Match; Bhuvneshwar Kumar led with 2/8.
