New Zealand will look to seal their Super Eight qualification when they take on Canada in Match 31 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, on Tuesday.
The Black Caps are in a strong position in Group D, and a win against Canada will confirm their place in the next round. Canada, meanwhile, face elimination if they fail to deliver a result.
With South Africa already qualified, the spotlight now shifts to New Zealand, who will want to avoid any last-minute slip-ups.
Match Preview: NZ Eye Super Eight Spot
New Zealand enter this contest after a reality check against South Africa, where despite posting 175, their bowling lacked control and the Proteas chased the target comfortably.
However, the Kiwis have shown their explosive potential earlier in the tournament, with Tim Seifert and Finn Allen providing rapid starts, and Mark Chapman proving reliable in the middle order.
Canada have shown glimpses of promise but have struggled to finish games. Against UAE, they were in control at one stage but allowed the match to slip away — something they cannot afford against a disciplined New Zealand unit.
Big Talking Point: First NZ vs Canada T20I Meeting
Interestingly, this will be the first-ever T20I meeting between New Zealand and Canada. The two sides have only faced each other three times before — all in ODI World Cups — with New Zealand winning on each occasion.
Players to Watch
Kyle Jamieson (New Zealand)
With Lockie Ferguson unavailable, Jamieson is expected to step in. His bounce, slower variations, and hard lengths could be a major threat at Chepauk.
Saad Bin Zafar (Canada)
Canada’s experienced left-arm spinner will be key if they are to challenge New Zealand. Known for attacking the stumps, he will look to create pressure in the middle overs.
Probable Playing XI
New Zealand (Probable)
Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner (c), Jimmy Neesham, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy
Canada (Probable)
Dilpreet Bajwa (c), Yuvraj Samra, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Shreyas Movva (wk), Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, Jaskaran Singh, Dilon Heyliger, Kaleem Sana, Ansh Patel
Pitch Report: Chepauk Day Game
This will be another day match in Chennai, meaning dew won’t play a role. There could be some early moisture and bounce, but overall, Chepauk has not offered excessive turn so far in the tournament.
NZ vs CAN Live Streaming & Telecast Details
When is the New Zealand vs Canada match?
The match will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Where will NZ vs CAN be played?
At the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
What time will the match start?
- Toss: 10:30 AM IST
- Match Start: 11:00 AM IST
Where to Watch NZ vs CAN Live Telecast in India?
The match will be shown live on the Star Sports Network.
Where to Watch NZ vs CAN Live Streaming in India?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
FAQs
1. Where can I watch New Zealand vs Canada live streaming?
You can watch NZ vs CAN live on the JioHotstar app and website.
2. Which channel will telecast NZ vs CAN match in India?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.
3. What is the match timing of New Zealand vs Canada today?
The match starts at 11:00 AM IST, with toss at 10:30 AM IST.
4. Where is the NZ vs CAN match being played?
The match will be held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
5. What happens if Canada lose today?
A defeat will knock Canada out of the Super Eight race, while New Zealand will qualify.
