Afghanistan vs Canada, 39th Match, Group D – T20 World Cup 2026 | Live Score
Afghanistan
39th Match, Group D (N) • Chennai
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Thu, 19 Feb • 7:00 PM
Match yet to begin
Canada
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues with an exciting Group D clash as Afghanistan take on Canada at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on February 19, 2026. Both teams have shown great progress in recent years, making this matchup an intriguing battle of talent and temperament.
Match Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026
Time: 7:00 PM Local (India) | 6:00 PM AFT (Afghanistan) | 8:30 AM EST (Canada — Ottawa/Toronto)
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Match Info – AFG vs CAN
| Match | Afghanistan vs Canada – 39th Match, Group D |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Thursday, 19 February 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM Local • 1:30 PM GMT • 6:00 PM AFT • 8:30 AM EST (Canada) |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Status | Match yet to begin |
Match Overview
Afghanistan continue to rise as a powerful T20 unit, driven by world-class spinners, an explosive middle order, and unmatched energy on the field. Their consistency in ICC events makes them strong contenders in Group D.
Canada, on the other hand, have shown significant improvement in recent tournaments. With a disciplined bowling attack and fearless batting style, they possess the ability to challenge higher-ranked teams.
This match could play a huge role in deciding the Group D standings.
Head-to-Head – Afghanistan vs Canada (T20Is)
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Canada | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Last 2 Meetings
| Date | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Mar 2012 | Afghanistan | Won by 41 runs |
| 04 Feb 2010 | Afghanistan | Won by 5 wickets |
Recent Form (Last 5 T20 Matches)
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | L • W • W • W • W |
| Canada | W • W • W • W • W |
Points Table – Group D
| Team | M | W | L | N/R | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | – | – | – | – | – |
| Canada | – | – | – | – | – |
Venue – MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, commonly known as Chepauk, offers a spin-friendly surface that slows down as the match progresses. Batters who settle early can score big, but spinners are expected to dominate during the middle overs.
- Capacity: 50,000
- Ends: Anna Pavilion End, V Pattabhiraman Gate End
- Pitch Nature: Slow, turning track; supports spin bowlers heavily
Afghanistan vs Canada – Preview
Afghanistan enter as favourites with more international exposure, superior spin attack, and dependable power hitters. Canada, however, are riding high on confidence with a streak of victories and will look to cause a major upset.
The contest will highlight Afghanistan’s consistency vs Canada’s fearless approach.
Match Prediction
- Afghanistan hold the edge with stronger bowling depth and experience.
- Canada can challenge if their top-order fires early.
Prediction: Afghanistan start as favourites.
Live Score Updates
Ball-by-ball updates, live scores, full commentary, and complete scorecard will appear here once the match begins.