Canada will play against the United Arab Emirates in the 20th match of Group D at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. This is an important game for both teams as they seek to advance in the tournament. The match will take place on Friday, February 13, at 3:00 PM local time at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
The UAE enters this match with confidence, having won all five previous T20I games against Canada. Canada, led by captain Dilpreet Bajwa, will be eager to end this run and secure their first win over the UAE.
The pitch in Delhi is known to help batters, and the short boundaries make it easier to score big runs. Fans can expect a high-scoring match. Both teams will aim to capitalize on favorable batting conditions and build momentum early in the group stage.
Get the latest betting odds, pitch report, and match prediction for the 20th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Canada vs UAE 20th Match Odds
The betting markets show the UAE as favourites in this encounter, as they have a perfect 5-0 record against Canada.
| Platform | Canada Win Odds | UAE Win Odds | Toss Odds (Canada) | Toss Odds (UAE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.45 | 1.62 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 2.4 | 1.65 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 4RABET | 2.42 | 1.63 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| BetVibe | 2.43 | 1.64 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
Canada vs UAE 20th Match Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Canada vs United Arab Emirates, 20th Match, Group D |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | February 13, Friday, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India |
Canada vs UAE Squad
Both teams have selected balanced 15-member squads, combining experience with youthful energy for the tournament.
Canada Squad
Dilpreet Bajwa (c), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Singh, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva (wk), Yuvraj Samra
UAE Squad
Muhammad Waseem (c), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Harshit Kaushik, Junaid Siddique, Mayank Kumar, Muhammad Arfan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Haider Shah, Rohid Khan, Sohaib Khan, Simranjeet Singh (wk)
Pitch Report of Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium is known as one of the best for batting in international cricket.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behaviour | The surface is ideal for batting, allowing players to score freely. The ground is relatively small, giving bowlers very little margin for error. |
| Batting Assistance | This wicket supports big totals due to its flat nature and steady pace. The short boundaries further help batters clear the ropes with ease. |
| Bowling Assistance | Fast bowlers may get some extra bounce and slight movement in the early overs. Later in the innings, spinners become more effective. |
| Boundaries Dimensions | The straight boundaries measure close to 68 metres, while the square boundaries are slightly shorter at around 65 metres. |
| Average 1st Innings Score | In T20 Internationals, the average score while chasing is around 158 runs. However, totals under 180 are difficult to defend. |
| Toss Impact & Dew | Teams batting second tend to have an advantage in night matches, as dew makes it harder for bowlers to control the ball. |
Weather Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | The temperature is expected to be around 24°C, which is pleasant for play. |
| Weather | A cloudy weather light swing is possible in the early overs. |
| Precipitation | There is a 10% chance of rain. |
| Humidity | 36%, dry air with less dew impact expected. |
| Wind | The wind speed will be 10 km/h. |
Canada and UAE Head-to-Head in T20Is
The UAE has faced Canada 5 times in the shortest format of cricket, dominating the rivalry with 5 wins.
| Total Matches Played | 5 |
| UAE Won | 5 |
| Canada Won | 0 |
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Key Players to Watch
Several players from both teams can single-handedly influence the outcome of the match.
| Players | T20I Stats |
|---|---|
| Saad Bin Zafar (CAN) | 474 runs and 72 wickets in 66 matches. |
| Navneet Dhaliwal (CAN) | 1261 runs in 46 matches at an average of 33.18. |
| Kaleem Sana (CAN) | 64 wickets in 43 matches at an economy of 6.13. |
| Muhammad Waseem (UAE) | 3302 runs in 94 matches at an average of 37.52. |
| Junaid Siddique (UAE) | 117 wickets in 87 matches at an economy of 7.62. |
| Muhammad Jawadullah (UAE) | 57 wickets in 38 matches at an economy of 7.83. |
