CAN vs UAE T20 World Cup 2026 Match Report
UAE Chase Down 151 to Defeat Canada by 5 Wickets in T20 World Cup 2026
Delhi: United Arab Emirates secured an important five-wicket victory over Canada in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group D encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. A composed chase led by Aryansh Sharma ensured UAE crossed the finish line with two balls to spare.
Canada Post 150/7 After Middle-Order Resistance
CAN VS UAE: After winning the toss and opting to bat, Canada struggled early but recovered through a crucial knock from Harsh Thaker. His 50 off 41 balls stabilized the innings after quick top-order setbacks.
Navneet Dhaliwal contributed 34 runs, while late cameos pushed the total to 150/7 in 20 overs. However, regular wickets prevented Canada from building sustained momentum.
Canada Batting Summary
- Harsh Thaker – 50 (41)
- Navneet Dhaliwal – 34 (28)
- Shreyas Movva – 21 (21)
- Total – 150/7 (20 overs)
Junaid Siddique’s Five-Wicket Haul
Junaid Siddique was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 5/35 in his four overs. His breakthroughs at key intervals disrupted Canada’s progress and ensured the target remained within reach.
Aryansh Sharma Anchors UAE Chase
UAE’s reply was steady despite early dismissals. Aryansh Sharma held the innings together with an unbeaten 74 off 53 deliveries, mixing calculated aggression with smart strike rotation.
Sohaib Khan provided the late acceleration, smashing 51 off 29 balls to swing the contest decisively in UAE’s favour. The pair built a defining partnership that tilted the match.
UAE Batting Highlights
- Aryansh Sharma – 74* (53)
- Sohaib Khan – 51 (29)
- Total – 151/5 (19.4 overs)
Turning Point
The partnership between Aryansh Sharma and Sohaib Khan changed the tempo of the chase. Once the required run rate stabilized, UAE maintained control and closed the game calmly.
Match Summary
- Match: Canada vs United Arab Emirates – 20th Match, Group D
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Result: UAE won by 5 wickets
- Canada: 150/7 (20 overs)
- UAE: 151/5 (19.4 overs)
Frequently Asked Questions
How did UAE win against Canada?
UAE chased down 151 with two balls remaining, thanks to a match-winning unbeaten 74 by Aryansh Sharma.
Who took the most wickets in the match?
Junaid Siddique claimed five wickets during Canada’s innings.
Where was the match played?
The match was played at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
What does this result mean for Group D?
The win strengthens UAE’s position in Group D and boosts their qualification hopes in the tournament.