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Former cricketer Madan Lal backed India as strong favourites to defend their Asia Cup title in Dubai, highlighting the importance of Kuldeep Yadav's inclusion and the rising challenge posed by Afghanistan.

Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal's consecutive half-centuries propelled Afghanistan to an 18-run victory over Pakistan in the T20 tri-series. Afghanistan's spin trio restricted Pakistan to 151 for 9, successfully defending their total of 169 for 5. Despite Mohammad Haris's late flourish, Afghanistan's early dominance with both bat and ball secured the win.

Rashid Khan etched his name in T20I history, becoming the highest wicket-taker as Afghanistan defeated UAE by 38 runs. Khan's 3/21 restricted UAE to 150/8, surpassing Tim Southee's record. Afghanistan posted 188/4, fueled by Ibrahim Zadran's 63 and Sediqullah Atal's 54. Despite Muhammad Waseem's 67, UAE faltered. This victory marks Afghanistan's comeback in the tri-series after losing to Pakistan.

Afghanistan secured a 38-run win over the UAE in the T20I tri-series in Sharjah. Rashid Khan set a new record as the highest wicket-taker in T20 internationals, boosting team morale after an earlier loss to Pakistan.

UAE tri-series: The Afghanistan cricket team has pledged to donate all their match fees, along with personal contributions, to support the victims of the devastating earthquake in Kunar. Meanwhile, the Chennai Super Kings franchise also paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the tragedy.

Afghanistan's cricket captain, Rashid Khan, faced a personal tragedy with the recent passing of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari. Despite his grief, Rashid led his team in the ongoing tri-series in Sharjah, receiving heartfelt support from the cricketing community. The Pakistan team paid their respects, and condolences poured in from teammates and former captain Asghar Afghan.

Pakistan began their Asia Cup preparations with a confident 39-run victory over Afghanistan in Sharjah. Salman Agha laid the platform with a 53-run knock, after which Haris Rauf picked up four wickets.