New Zealand will look to continue their winning momentum in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as they face the United Arab Emirates in Match 11 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
The Black Caps started their campaign with a solid victory over Afghanistan and now aim for back-to-back wins in Group D. UAE, led by captain Muhammad Waseem, begin their World Cup journey hoping to challenge one of the tournament favourites.
With Chennai’s pitch expected to assist spinners and the afternoon heat playing a role, this clash could test UAE’s batting depth early in the tournament.
NZ vs UAE Match Details – ICC T20 World Cup 2026
- Match: New Zealand vs United Arab Emirates, Match 11
- Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Start Time: 3:00 PM IST
- Toss Time: 2:30 PM IST
New Zealand vs UAE Live Streaming: Where To Watch
Fans can watch the NZ vs UAE match live on TV and online platforms.
Live Telecast in India
- TV Channel: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming Online
- Streaming Platform: JioHotstar App & Website
NZ vs UAE Toss Update
UAE captain Muhammad Waseem won the toss and elected to bat first.
Waseem said the pitch looked good for batting and UAE wanted to put a competitive total on the board to show their T20 style on the global stage.
NZ vs UAE Preview: Black Caps Eye Another Win
New Zealand enter this match with confidence after defeating Afghanistan by five wickets in their opener.
- Tim Seifert played a key knock of 65
- Glenn Phillips and Santner provided balance
- The Kiwi bowling attack looked sharp under Chennai conditions
Despite some injury concerns around Michael Bracewell, New Zealand’s squad remains one of the strongest in the group.
UAE’s Challenge: Waseem Leads From The Front
The UAE are eager to make an impression in their first match of the tournament.
Key players include:
- Muhammad Waseem – top run-scorer and captain
- Alishan Sharafu – dependable all-rounder
- Junaid Siddique – key bowling option
The UAE will need early partnerships to avoid pressure against New Zealand’s pace and spin attack.
NZ vs UAE Pitch Report – MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
The Chepauk pitch is traditionally known for helping spinners.
- Average first innings score: 150–170
- Spinners likely to dominate middle overs
- Afternoon match means conditions should stay consistent
Teams batting first may look to post around 165+ to feel safe.
NZ vs UAE Weather Forecast (Chennai)
- Temperature: Around 34°C
- Cloud Cover: 40–45%
- Wind Speed: Up to 41 km/h
- Rain Chances: Very low
Expect a hot and dry afternoon contest.
Predicted Playing XI
New Zealand XI
Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (c), Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson
UAE XI
Aryansh Sharma (wk), Muhammad Waseem (c), Muhammad Zohaib, Alishan Sharafu, Sohaib Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Muhammad Arfan, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Harshit Kaushik
Squads
New Zealand Squad
Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway
UAE Squad
Aryansh Sharma, Muhammad Waseem (c), Muhammad Zohaib, Alishan Sharafu, Harshit Kaushik, Mayank Kumar, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Arfan, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Simranjeet Singh, Sohaib Khan, Muhammad Farooq
1. Where can I watch New Zealand vs UAE live in India?
The match will be live on Star Sports and streamed on JioHotstar.
2. What time does NZ vs UAE match start?
The match begins at 3:00 PM IST, with toss at 2:30 PM.
3. Which stadium is hosting NZ vs UAE today?
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
4. Who is UAE captain in T20 World Cup 2026?
Muhammad Waseem is leading UAE in the tournament.
5. What kind of pitch is expected in Chennai?
Chepauk usually supports spinners, with an average score of 150–170.
