The 1988 Sharjah Cup was held in

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, between March 25 and April 1, 1988. Three national teams took part:

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and

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. The 1988 Sharjah Cup started with a

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where each team played the other once. The leading team qualified for the final in a

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while the second and third-placed team contested a semi-final for the right to contest the final. India won the tournament and US$30,000 in prize money. A total of US$150,000 was disbursed in prize money, awards and benefits.

Matches

Group stage

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Semi-final

Final

References

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Cricket Archive: Sharjah Cup 1987/88

* {{DEFAULTSORT:1987-88 Sharjah Cup International cricket competitions from 1985–86 to 1988 Sharjah Cup, 1988 1988 in Emirati sport International cricket competitions in the United Arab Emirates

Matches

Group stage

Semi-final

Final

See also

References