On the first match of the T20 series between Pakistan, Afghanistan and UAE, Pakistan had an easy win. Pakistan batting first made 182/7 where every batsmen played their part. Afghanistan chasing it had a decent start but their middle and lower order collapsed as they were all out in 143.

People do argue that Pakistan plays more games with weaker teams to boost their rankings and this T20 series justifies that. Even though Afghanistan still is a good team, it is not as strong during the last generation where they defeated big names. UAE too is on decreasing side with their teams ranking lowest among Associates in League 2.