The Afghanistan Cricket Board has extended Jonathan Trott's contract as head coach of the national team through 2024, following his.

The UAE, electing to bat first earlier in the evening, saw a strong start led by captain Mohammad Waseem's 53.

Opting to bat first, the Afghanistan team scored 81 runs in 12 overs.

During the initial stage, each team played two games to determine the eight teams that would advance to the quarterfinals.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz led the charge with his first T20I century, contributing significantly to Afghanistan’s score.

Regular T20I captain Rashid Khan will miss the series as he recovers from recent back surgery.

"It's wrong to deny these players their livelihoods,” former Indian opener Aakash Chopra said.

This decision comes as a response to the players expressing their intention to be released from their annual central contracts.