New Zealand will take on the United Arab Emirates in Match 11 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on February 10. The Black Caps will aim for a second consecutive win after a convincing opening victory, while UAE will look to make a strong start in their T20 World Cup campaign.
Match details
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM IST | 4:30 AM PST | 10:30 AM GMT
Team overviews
New Zealand began their campaign with a five-wicket win over Afghanistan. Despite Chennai’s spin-friendly surface, the Black Caps displayed composure and discipline, pacing their innings carefully to chase down the target. Their top and middle order, led by Tim Seifert and Daryl Mitchell, provided stability, while the bowling unit controlled the game effectively. New Zealand will look to maintain momentum and strengthen their position at the top of Group D with a second win.
The United Arab Emirates are making their third appearance in T20 World Cup history. UAE missed the 2024 edition but return with a strong desire to leave a mark in 2026. Led by Muhammad Waseem, the side features a mix of youth and experience including Dhruv Parashar, Aryansh Sharma, Alishan Sharafu, and Simranjeet Singh. UAE will be tested against New Zealand’s balanced lineup and will need to execute their plans perfectly to remain competitive.
Key players
Tim Seifert is expected to be the key batter for New Zealand, having scored 65 off 42 balls against Afghanistan in the opening match. His ability to give brisk starts and build innings will be crucial for New Zealand. Mitchell Santner, the New Zealand captain, will lead the spin attack and bowl economically on the Chennai track, where control and variation will be vital. For UAE, Muhammad Waseem’s leadership and batting, along with contributions from Alishan Sharafu and Dhruv Parashar, will be critical in attempting an upset.
Head-to-head record
New Zealand and UAE have faced each other three times in T20 cricket. New Zealand has won two of these encounters, while UAE has claimed one victory. Their first fixture was on August 17, 2023, and the most recent meeting took place on August 20, 2023.
Pitch report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium is known for assisting spinners, offering turn and variable bounce. Batters who apply themselves with patience can build substantial innings, while spinners who maintain tight lines and lengths can make early inroads. With careful shot selection, high totals are achievable, but bowlers, especially spinners, can dominate in key phases.
Probable match scenarios
New Zealand is likely to aim for a strong total if batting first, using their top order to capitalize on scoring opportunities. UAE will look to restrict the Black Caps early and build partnerships to chase or set a competitive score. Given New Zealand’s depth and experience, they are favored to dominate, but UAE could challenge if their spinners exploit the Chennai conditions effectively.
Probable playing XIs
New Zealand
Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy
United Arab Emirates
Aryansh Sharma (wk), Muhammad Waseem (c), Muhammad Zohaib, Alishan Sharafu, Harshit Kaushik, Sohaib Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Muhammad Arfan, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah
Live streaming and broadcast
In India, the match is available on JioStar Network Channels and the JioHotstar app and website. Pakistani viewers can watch via PTV Sports and the PTV Sports app. UK audiences can stream on Sky Sports and its official app. In Australia, Fox Sports and Kayo Sports will provide coverage. Global fans can access live streaming through ICC-authorized platforms and broadcasters.
Match prediction
New Zealand’s balance, experience, and strong performance in the opener make them clear favorites. UAE will face a stern challenge on a spin-friendly track and will need exceptional performances from key players to stay competitive. Considering past results, New Zealand are likely to win, but UAE could pose challenges if their spin attack fires.
