Riding on Aryansh Sharma’s 74 not out and Sohaib Khan’s quick 51, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) secured a five-wicket victory over Canada in the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup Group D clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Junaid Siddique’s five-wicket haul restricted Canada to 150/7, setting up a tense match that saw UAE emerge victorious.
Despite UAE slipping to 66/4 during the chase, Aryansh and Sohaib’s partnership of 84 runs turned the game around. Aryansh’s composed innings, with six fours and three sixes, combined with Sohaib’s aggressive play, led UAE to their first win of the competition. Veteran all-rounder Saad Bin Zafar’s 3-14 for Canada was not enough to stop UAE’s late surge.
The match showcased UAE’s batting depth beyond their senior players, as Aryansh and Sohaib’s performance secured the win with just two balls to spare. Sohaib’s arrival changed the momentum of the game, with his explosive hitting putting pressure on Canada’s bowlers. The victory highlighted UAE’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
