In the early stages of the match, a light-hearted moment caught everyone’s attention when Afghanistan’s wicket-keeper batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz shared a joke with Pakistan’s Hasan Nawaz. As Hasan arrived at the crease to bat, Gurbaz—known for his playful nature—was heard on the stump mic cracking a witty comment. Both players burst into laughter, offering a rare glimpse of humor in an otherwise tense contest.
The incident took place during the 4th UAE Tri-Series match on September 2, 2025, in Sharjah. While Afghanistan eventually walked away with an 18-run victory, the scoreboard didn’t quite reflect the full extent of their dominance over Pakistan. Still, Gurbaz’s banter stood out as one of the most memorable lighter moments of the clash.
Chasing Afghanistan’s competitive total, Pakistan’s batting lineup once again came under pressure. Several of their players managed to get decent starts but failed to convert them into meaningful scores. No one could cross the 25-run mark, leaving the team struggling to build a steady platform in pursuit of the target.
Gurbaz to Hassan: "Ready for the test match boys."
— ACB Xtra (@acb_190) September 3, 2025
After this Pakistan didn't hit a single boundary in the next 36 balls.pic.twitter.com/eVs9AP7gul
The most telling phase of Pakistan’s struggle came during a frustrating 36-ball stretch where they failed to register even a single boundary. This drought of runs highlighted their inability to rotate the strike or find gaps, ultimately stalling any momentum that could have kept them in the game. It was during this spell that Afghanistan tightened their grip on the match.
By the end, the contest underlined Afghanistan’s growing edge over their rivals. Pakistan’s batting collapse, coupled with Afghanistan’s disciplined bowling, ensured the result went the Afghans’ way. Yet, despite the disappointing performance from Pakistan, Gurbaz’s cheeky joke with Hasan provided a small but unforgettable comic relief in an otherwise one-sided affair.