UAE chase down 151 to beat Canada by 5 wickets in T20 World Cup thriller

NEW DELHI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over Canada in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Thursday.

Electing to bat first, Canada posted 150 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to a steady innings from Harsh Thakur, who scored a brisk 50, and Nunit Dalival, who added 34. The Canadian innings struggled against disciplined bowling from the UAE, particularly Janid Siddique, who starred with the ball, claiming an impressive five-wicket haul to put the opposition under pressure.

Chasing 151, the UAE got off to a solid start but faced a tight contest throughout. Aryansh Sharma played a match-winning knock of 74 not out, anchoring the chase, while Saheb Khan contributed a crucial 51, ensuring the team crossed the finish line in the final over. Canada’s Saad bin Zafar showed fight with his three wickets but could not stem the UAE momentum.

With this win, UAE gain an important edge in the Super 12 stage of the T20 World Cup, keeping their campaign alive and building confidence ahead of their upcoming fixtures. Canada, meanwhile, will look to regroup and bounce back in their next match to stay in contention for the knockout stages.

Key Performers

UAE: Aryansh Sharma 74; Saheb Khan 51; Janid Siddique 5/34

Canada: Harsh Thakur 50; Nunit Dalival 34; Saad bin Zafar 3 wickets

The win highlights UAE’s growing competitiveness in world cricket, with the side showing composure in high-pressure chases. Cricket fans will be watching closely as they continue their T20 World Cup journey.