The 11th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was played in Chennai on February 10. New Zealand delivered a dominant all-round performance, defeating the United Arab Emirates by 10 wickets. New Zealand chased the target with ease and wrapped up the game with plenty of time left.
Match Summary: UAE vs NZ
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | UAE vs New Zealand, 11th Match, Group D |
| Date | February 10, 2026 |
| Venue | Chennai |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| UAE Score | 173/6 (20 overs) |
| New Zealand Score | 175/0 (15.2 overs) |
| Result | New Zealand won by 10 wickets |
| Winning Margin | 28 balls remaining |
| Player of the Match | Tim Seifert |
UAE Innings: 173/6 in 20 Overs
UAE opted to bat first and put up a competitive total. The start was steady, with the openers adding useful early runs. Muhammad Waseem anchored the innings with a calm and composed knock.
Waseem scored 66 not out from 45 balls and held the innings together. Alishan Sharafu gave strong support and scored 55 from 47 balls. The pair built a solid partnership that pushed UAE past the 100-run mark.
Mayank Kumar added quick runs at the death and helped UAE reach 173. Extras also played a role, as New Zealand conceded 14 additional runs. Despite the strong total, UAE knew they needed early wickets to stay in the game.
New Zealand Innings: 175/0 in 15.2 Overs
New Zealand began the chase aggressively. Tim Seifert and Finn Allen attacked from the first over and put the UAE bowlers under pressure.
The duo raced to 78 without loss in the powerplay. Seifert played freely and reached his half-century in just 23 balls. Allen matched his intent and often found the boundary.
Seifert remained unbeaten on 89 from 42 balls, while Allen finished on 84 not out from 50 balls. Their unbeaten 175-run opening stand sealed a one-sided victory.
Key Highlights of the Match
- New Zealand scored 78 runs in the powerplay without losing a wicket
- Tim Seifert reached his fifty in 23 balls
- Finn Allen completed his half-century in 27 balls
- UAE failed to take a single wicket during the chase
- New Zealand finished the match in just 15.2 overs
Player of the Match: Tim Seifert
Tim Seifert produced a match-winning performance at the top of the order. His unbeaten 89 runs off 42 balls guided New Zealand through a smooth chase. He controlled the pace of the innings and punished loose deliveries throughout.
