For the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 match, New Zealand is slightly ahead of UAE, with a predicted 54% likelihood of winning. The Black Caps’ recent momentum, highlighted by a strong batting depth led by Rachin Ravindra and Tim Seifert, combined with Mitchell Santner’s all-round impact, gives them a tactical edge on Chennai’s Chepauk pitch. This preview will cover the pitch and weather conditions, head-to-head analysis, team previews, playing XI insights, and fantasy cricket tips to guide your expectations for the 11th Match.
New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates Match Details
Match | New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates | 11th Match | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Date | 10/02/2026 (Monday) |
Time | BDT 3:30 PM / PKT 2:30 PM / INR 3:00 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai |
Recent performance | New Zealand – L L W L W, United Arab Emirates – W W L L L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the NZ vs UAE Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai
The Chepauk track traditionally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Historically, teams batting first post competitive totals around 180–200, but dew in the second innings can aid chasing sides slightly. In this NZ vs UAE preview, expect the pitch to remain true with predictable bounce, making strokeplay for New Zealand’s top and middle order more effective while spinners like Santner and Sodhi can exploit any grip on the surface during the middle overs.
Weather Report
Tomorrow’s conditions in Chennai will be warm and dry with a high of 30°C and low of 20°C. The skies are expected to be clear, minimizing interruptions, and dew factor is negligible, which may slightly favor New Zealand if they bowl first. Overall, weather will not drastically impact playing conditions but could assist fielding teams in controlling runs under lights.
NZ vs UAE Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 3 |
|---|---|
NZ Won | 2 |
UAE Won | 1 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | August 17, 2023 |
Most-recent Fixture | August 20, 2023 |
New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates Team Preview & Squads
New Zealand
Mitchell Santner’s leadership has been crucial, particularly in T20s where his calm yet tactical approach manages bowling rotations efficiently and motivates aggressive batting strategies. His all-round skills make him a central figure in both powerplay and death overs.
The top and middle order, anchored by Daryl Mitchell and explosive talent Rachin Ravindra, ensures stability and momentum. Tim Seifert’s ability to accelerate in the latter overs is a key advantage in chasing or setting high totals. New Zealand’s batting depth allows them to recover quickly from early setbacks.
Jacob Duffy leads the pace attack, supported by Henry and Ferguson. Santner’s spin and Neesham’s utility overs add tactical flexibility. This combination gives New Zealand multiple wicket-taking options throughout all 20 overs, which could trouble UAE’s relatively inexperienced lineup.
New Zealand Squad
New Zealand
Mitchell Santner, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi
United Arab Emirates
Muhammad Waseem brings calm leadership, but UAE’s reliance on his batting could make them vulnerable if he fails to deliver. Tactical rotations may be limited given their smaller pool of match-winning bowlers.
Alishan Sharafu and Waseem form the backbone, but the middle order has shown inconsistency, evident from their warm-up defeat against Italy. UAE will need strong starts and partnerships to stay competitive against New Zealand’s varied attack.
Junaid Siddique and Harshit Kaushik lead bowling responsibilities but face a challenging Chepauk pitch against an in-form NZ lineup. Their death-over execution and spin containment will be crucial for restricting NZ to below par totals.
United Arab Emirates Squad
UAE
Muhammad Waseem, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Harshit Kaushik, Mayank Kumar, Muhammad Arfan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Rohid, Muhammad Zohaib, Dhruv Parashar, Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Simranjeet Singh, Sohaib Khan
NZ vs UAE Prediction
Event | New Zealand | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Toss Winner | New Zealand | – |
Player of the Match | Mitchell Santner | – |
Top Run Scorer | Rachin Ravindra | Muhammad Waseem |
Top Wicket Taker | Mitchell Santner | Aayan Afzal Khan |
Most Sixes | Rachin Ravindra | Muhammad Waseem |
Predicted Score | 185+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates Winning Prediction
In conclusion, the NZ vs UAE prediction favors New Zealand at a 54% probability, primarily due to their superior batting depth, spin and pace variety, and Santner’s all-round leadership. UAE may challenge if Waseem and Sharafu deliver strong starts, but the tactical edge lies with the Black Caps. Will UAE pull off a surprise, or will NZ maintain momentum? Follow JeetBuzz for live updates, stats, playing XI confirmations, and in-depth analysis throughout the 11th Match.
FAQ: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 11th Match
Q1: What time does the New Zealand vs UAE match start?
The match starts at 3:00 PM IST.
Q2: Where can I watch the live stream of NZ vs UAE?
Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3: Who is the key player to watch in NZ vs UAE?
Mitchell Santner is expected to be the standout performer for New Zealand in this match.
