The UAE vs Canada T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights at the Arun Jaitley Stadium delivered one of the most pulsating chases of the tournament. Chasing a target of 151, the UAE looked in deep trouble at 66/4, but a heroic 84-run partnership between opener *Aryansh Sharma (74)** and Sohaib Khan (51) turned the tide. Despite a brilliant 3/14 spell from Canada’s skipper Saad Bin Zafar, the UAE reached the target with two balls to spare. This victory marks a historic moment for the Emirates, securing their first points of the campaign and keeping their Super 8 dreams alive in a crowded Group D.
Match Summary: Junaid and Aryansh Script a Classic
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 - Match 20 - UAE vs Canada
Group D • Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Pitch Report: The Delhi track offered a mix of pace and grip. While the afternoon sun baked the surface helping the seamers in the first half, heavy evening dew played a significant role during the second innings, making the ball slippery for the Canadian spinners and allowing the UAE batters to strike with more freedom.
The UAE’s 5-wicket victory was a tale of two halves. Earlier in the day, Canada opted to bat first but was dismantled by a career-best 5/35 from Junaid Siddique. Canada managed to post 150/7, largely thanks to a resilient 50 from Harsh Thaker. In response, the UAE chase stuttered early against the left-arm spin of Saad Bin Zafar. However, Aryansh Sharma played the anchor of a lifetime, scoring 74* off 53 balls, while Sohaib Khan provided the finishing fireworks with a 29-ball 51. The UAE reached 151/5 in 19.4 overs to seal a memorable win.
Playing XI
UAE
Muhammad Waseem (C), Aryansh Sharma (WK), Alishan Sharafu, Mayank Kumar, Sohaib Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Muhammad Arfan, Muhammad Farooq, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah.
Canada
Dilpreet Bajwa (C), Yuvraj Samra, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Shreyas Movva (WK), Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, Jaskarandeep Singh, Dillon Heyliger, Kaleem Sana, Ansh Patel.
Key Stats & Records From Today's Match:
4/12: Nathan Ellis’s best figures in a T20 World Cup match.
67 Runs: Australia’s second-largest victory margin against Ireland in T20Is.
64/2: Australia’s Powerplay score was the highest of the 2026 tournament so far in Colombo.
100%: Adam Zampa has now taken a wicket in every T20 World Cup match he has played against Associate or “Lower Tier” nations.
Innings Breakdown
First Innings: Junaid’s Five-Star Masterclass
The opening half of the UAE vs Canada T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights was a Junaid Siddique exhibition. The UAE pacer removed Canada’s top order in a blistering opening spell, leaving them reeling at 38/3. Harsh Thaker (50) and Navneet Dhaliwal (34) staged a gutsy recovery, but Junaid returned at the death to claim three more wickets, finishing with 5/35—the second fifer of this World Cup. Canada eventually staggered to 150/7, a total that seemed competitive on a slowing Delhi track.
Second Innings: The Aryansh-Sohaib Rescue Act
The UAE’s chase in the UAE vs Canada T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights was a rollercoaster. After losing skipper Muhammad Waseem early, the UAE middle order collapsed against Saad Bin Zafar (3/14). At 66/4, the match was Canada’s to lose. However, Sohaib Khan joined Aryansh Sharma for an explosive 84-run stand. Khan’s 51 off 29 balls shifted the pressure back onto Canada, and though he fell with the scores level, Aryansh remained cool to guide the UAE home in the final over.
Top Performers
Junaid Siddique (5/35 off 4 overs) - Player of the Match
Junaid was the undisputed architect of the UAE’s win. His ability to find movement with the new ball and execute perfect slower balls at the death completely stifled Canada’s momentum. His five-wicket haul is now the benchmark for pace bowling in the 2026 edition.
Aryansh Sharma (74 off 53 balls) - The Anchor
While wickets fell around him, Sharma remained the immovable object. His 74* included 6 fours and 3 sixes, showcasing a maturity beyond his years. He took the game deep and ensured the UAE never lost sight of the required run rate.
Sohaib Khan (51 off 29 balls) - The Finisher
Coming in at 66/4, Khan played the most high-impact knock of the game. His strike rate of 175.86 dismantled Canada’s death-bowling plans and allowed Aryansh to focus on rotating strike.
Key Moments & Turning Points: The "Bat-Stuck" Run Out
The definitive turning point of the first innings occurred when Navneet Dhaliwal was looking dangerous on 34. A direct hit from Muhammad Arfan caught him short—but in a freak occurrence, his bat got stuck in the turf just outside the crease while his foot was still in the air. This “freak” dismissal broke a 58-run stand and allowed Junaid Siddique to tear through the lower order.
What This Result Means for Group D
This victory has completely revitalized Group D. With their first two points on the board, the UAE has leapfrogged Afghanistan into 3rd place, keeping their Super 8 qualification dreams alive. For Canada, the loss is a bitter pill to swallow; sitting at the bottom of the table with zero wins from two games, they now face a “mathematical miracle” scenario where they must win their remaining fixtures against heavyweights New Zealand or South Africa to stay in contention. The result also sets up a high-stakes middle-table battle, ensuring that the final group games will not be dead rubbers.
T20 World Cup 2026 Group D Points Table
Group D Points Table
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