Mohammed Nawaz hat-trick in T20 series, a left-arm Pakistani spinner, made a history, and took 5 wickets against Afghanistan in the UAE tri-T20 series.
On September 7, 2025, at Sharjah, Mohammed Nawaz, a left-arm Pakistani spinner, achieved a historic hat-trick and took 5 wickets against Afghanistan in the UAE tri-T20 series, thanks to his incredible bowling performance.
His outstanding performance helped Pakistan defeat Afghanistan and gave them more confidence going into the 2025 Asia Cup.
Detail | PAK v/s AFG — Tri- T20series |
Date | September 7, 2025 |
Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, UAE |
Toss | Pakistan won and elected to bat first |
Final Scores | Pakistan: 141/8 (20 overs) Afghanistan: 66 all out (15.5 overs) |
Result | Pakistan won by 75 runs |
Top Batters [PAK] | Fakhar Zaman – 27 (26 balls) Mohammad Nawaz – 25 (21 balls) |
Top Batters [AFG] | Rashid Khan – 17 (18 balls) Sediqullah Atal – 13 (15 balls) |
Top Bowlers [PAK] | Mohammad Nawaz – 5/19 [Hat-trick and 5-wicket haul] Abrar Ahmed – 2 wickets |
Top Bowlers [AFG] | Rashid Khan – 3/38 Fazalhaq Farooqi – 2 wickets Noor Ahmad – 2 wickets |
Player of the Match | Mohammad Nawaz – for his all-round performance (five-for including hat-trick and handy 25 with the bat) |
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Mohammed Nawaz- Player of the Match
Pakistan gave a target of 142 to chase, that seemed achievable but with the outstanding bowling display of Mohammed Nawaz, Afghanistan managed to just reach 66,marking their defeat.
Mohammed Nawaz exhibited his physical efficiency at batting, bowling, and fielding in the field. He made history with the hat-trick dismissals of Darwish Rasooli and Azmatullah Omarzai in the last two balls of the sixth over, and Ibrahim Zadran on the first ball of the next over.
Nawaz didn’t stop there, he made a record of 5-wicket haul, by taking wickets of Rashid Khan [Captain of Afghanistan] and Karim Janat. Also, he gave his best in batting by scoring 25 runs off 21 balls with 2 sixes.
Nawaz has officially joined the ranks of Pakistani bowlers who have done hat-tricks in T20Is, the list now includes previous names like Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Hasnain, and the first person to do a hat-trick and 5-wicket-haul in Men’s T20s.
About Mohammed Nawaz
Below is the key info about the Pakistan’s All-rounder and Player of the Match— ‘Mohammed Nawaz’
Age | 31 years |
Date of Birth | 21 March 1994 |
Birthplace | Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan |
Batting | Left-handed |
Bowling | Left-arm orthodox spin |
Role | All-rounder |
Statements
“It was tough for us to play against their spinners. It was always about preparing for the Asia Cup. I think we are doing really well as a team. We have ticked most of the boxes, we are in good shape and ready for the Asia Cup.”
Salman Agha's word
Salman Agha stated already that despite playing against top spinners of Afghanistan, they managed to win. He added their preparation and readiness towards Asia Cup 2025.
“That was the kind of total. The wicket was there to chase. We didn't play the brand of cricket we wanted to play. We lost five wickets in the power play. I wasn't expecting it to spin so much. It proved to be a different wicket. In T20 cricket, you hardly have any time to come back. We got a chance to understand the conditions before the Asia Cup. I think we haven't played much T20 cricket in the last 8–9 months. This has helped us ahead of the Asia Cup, it will help us as a team”- said
Rashid Khan's word
Rashid Khan, captain of Afghanistan takes this defeat as a lesson before the Asia Cup that they need to prepare hard for this T20 format and expresses his grief towards his team’s unexpected defeat.
“The plan was very simple. We knew the pitch was difficult to bat on, and we felt we had enough runs. Our focus was on disciplined bowling, sticking to line and length, and it worked. After my first two balls, I noticed there was spin, so I adjusted the pace accordingly. I bowled within the stumps, keeping the pads in view. I'm feeling really good and in rhythm, and having that control gives me confidence to stick with the plan. I try to keep it simple and execute plans properly. At that point in the innings, we needed partnerships. It wasn't easy to go after their spinners — they're world-class — but we managed to recover and aimed for 140. Thankfully, we got there.”
Mohammed Nawaz's Word
Mohammed Nawaz, being player of the match, said after setting the target of 140 for Afghanistan, his complete focus was on bowling. He stated how his simple strategy and control over his bowling pace helped him achieve their team’s goal and win this match.
The Takeaway
Matches where Fours and Sixes take the team to victory, Mohammed Nawaz with his incredible bowling—Hat-Trick and 5- wicket haul made history, adding his name to record books and helped Pakistan win.
Nawaz’s performance in the match against Afghanistan and Pakistan’s confidence boost after victory sent signals to other teams that they are prepared for Asia Cup 2025.
Resouce: TimesofIndia
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