In a gripping Group Stage clash at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, the Canada national cricket team faced the United Arab Emirates national cricket team in a match that swung dramatically after early wickets changed the course of the game. Played in January 2026 and now making headlines again on 13 February 2026 due to its impact on group standings, the contest delivered high tension, smart bowling, and a lesson in how quickly momentum can flip in T20 cricket.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report: Batter's Paradise or Spinner's Trap?
Short boundaries. Quick outfield. That's Arun Jaitley Stadium in a nutshell. On Feb 13, 2026, the pitch looks dry under the afternoon sun—perfect for spinners later. Experts say the team winning the toss might bat first to post 170-180. Heat at 4 PM IST makes it tough, but power hitters love those tiny ropes.
Canada's batters could feast early, but UAE's Junaid Siddique spins a web. Remember UAE's last game? Alishan Sharafu (55 off 47) and Muhammad Waseem (66 off 45) built 173 on a similar track. Canada needs Navneet Dhaliwal's magic—he smashed 64 off 49 vs South Africa. Pitch favors chase if dew kicks in, but early swing could bite. Fun fact: This ground hosted India's 2024 T20 WC games, where scores topped 200 often. Will history repeat?
Canada Playing XI and Early Collapse: Wickets Tumble Fast
Canada's lineup: Openers Dilpreet Singh Bajwa and Yuvraj Samra got out cheaply again—echoing their South Africa flop. Nicholas Kirton and Shreyas Movva followed, leaving Canada at 40/4 after 6 overs. Momentum? Gone. Harsh Thaker (33 off 29 last time) and Dhaliwal fight back now. Bowlers like Jaskaran Singh leaked runs before; today, they hunt UAE tails.
Captain Saad Bin Zafar eyes control. Full squad: Bajwa, Samra, Kirton, Movva (wk), Dhaliwal, Thaker, Zafar, Singh, Shivam Sharma, others. Early blows from UAE pacers—think new-ball fire—shifted pressure. Fans chant as Dhaliwal lofts one for six! Jan 2026 prep saw Canada train hard post-loss, focusing on top-order glue
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Live Updates Feb 13 2026: Early Blows Change Everything
4:11 PM IST: Canada 65/5 after 10 overs. UAE bowlers celebrate—Siddique's two wickets spark roar. Dhaliwal 35*, Thaker 20*. Powerplay: Canada 42/4. UAE fielding sharp, no extras wasted.
Jan recap: Tournament kicked off early Feb. Canada lost opener badly; UAE showed bat fight but bowl failed. Group D tight—NZ, SA lead. This win? Survival ticket. Crowd loves underdog tales.
Canada vs UAE T20 World Cup 2026: Dramatic Finish Unfolds
As the sun dips lower over Arun Jaitley Stadium on February 13, 2026, the Canada vs UAE clash reaches a nail-biting end. Early blows rocked Canada, but a gritty fightback kept fans on edge. UAE's bowlers held firm, clinching a thrilling 18-run victory that lights up Group D.
This win gives UAE their first points, while Canada faces tougher roads ahead. Let's unpack the final overs, hero moments, and what it means next.
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