With a run-a-ball 35 against Ireland, Ashfaq Ahmed made his entry into international cricket. It was a solid knock that comprised of six gorgeous boundaries but it wasn't enough as UAE lost that ODI against the Irish. Out of all teams he has played against, Ashfaq Ahmed has enjoyed playing against Scotland as he has a decent record against them.

Ashfaq's highest ODI score of 92 came against Scotland in January 2018 as he was involved in a match winning partnership with Rameez Shahzad. United Arab Emirates were set a target of 300 which was achieved by them in the final over of the match. That was one of the best chases by UAE in the 50-over format.