UAE will face New Zealand in the eleventh match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on March 10 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.th Feb 3:00 PM IST.
Get the best NZ vs UAE Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for the 11.th ICC T20 World Cup 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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New Zealand vs UAE Match Preview:
New Zealand will take on United Arab Emirates in the eleventh match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on Tuesday, 10th February 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, and the game will start at 3:00 PM IST. Therefore, this Group D encounter will see a strong full-member team take on an energetic Associate team in a match that could shape their chances of qualification as early as the group stage. Furthermore, as the game progresses, the Chennai surface often provides assistance to both spinners and batsmen, so teams will need to adapt their strategies accordingly to take advantage of the conditions effectively.
New Zealand are on top of the Group D points table after winning their opening match, while UAE are yet to play their first game in this tournament. New Zealand played its last match against Afghanistan, where they won the match by 5 wickets while chasing 183 runs. In that contest, Tim Seifert scored 65 and Glenn Phillips contributed 42 to lead New Zealand to victory with 13 balls to spare, showing strong composure and depth in the batting. As a result, their positive performances have boosted their confidence as they prepare for this fixture.
UAE, on the other hand, will be playing their opening match of the tournament and they will be aiming to make a bold start by challenging the powerful New Zealand unit. UAE captain Muhammad Wasim has performed brilliantly in T20Is ahead of the World Cup and his experience across formats will be crucial if UAE are to upset the Black Caps. Furthermore, the UAE team brings a mix of batting skills and disciplined bowling that could prove competitive on this surface.
These two teams have faced each other a few times in T20 Internationals, with New Zealand dominating previous meetings thanks to their deeper resources and experience at major events. So, while New Zealand will start as favourites, UAE can still trouble them if they execute their plans smartly and maintain the pressure throughout the innings.
New Zealand vs UAE head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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new zealand |
2 |
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united arab emirates |
1 |
New Zealand vs UAE Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
30°C |
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weather forecast |
sunny |
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pitch behavior |
balanced |
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Best suited for |
spin |
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Average score of first innings |
150 |
Records of chasing teams:
New Zealand vs UAE Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand playing 11:
1) Tim Seifert (Wicketkeeper)
2) Rachin Ravindra
3) Finn Allen
4) Glenn Phillips
5) Mark Chapman
6) Mitchell Santner ©
7) Daryl Mitchell
8) James Neesham
9) Matt Henry
10) Lockie Ferguson
11) Jacob Duffy
united arab emirates playing 11: :
1) Aryansh Sharman (Wicketkeeper)
2) Muhammad Zohaib
3) Alishan Sharafu
4) Muhammad Wasim ©
5) Harshit Kaushik
6) Soheb Khan
7)Dhruv Parashar
8) Haider Ali
9) Muhammad Arfan
10) Junaid Siddiqui
11) Muhammad Jawadullah
Hot Picks Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips for New Zealand vs UAE:
Captaincy Choice:
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Tim Seifert – New Zealand’s right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, he demonstrated his explosive ability by scoring 65 runs in the last match. |
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Finn Allen – New Zealand’s aggressive right-handed opening batsman, he is known for playing fearless strokes and is capable of playing big match-winning innings, despite scoring 1 run in the previous game. |
Raises up:
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Glenn Phillips – A dynamic New Zealand all-round option, he brings power batting and useful off-spin, while also scoring 45 in the last game. |
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Wasim Muhammad – UAE captain and an important middle-order batsman, he provides leadership stability and plays a vital role in handling the innings under pressure. |
Budget Selection:
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Haider Ali – A left-arm orthodox spinner from UAE, he brings control and consistency, making him a valuable option in the middle overs. |
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Dhruv Parashar – A promising all-rounder from UAE, he contributes with the right-handed batsman and provides a reliable right-arm off-spin option when needed. |
New Zealand vs UAE ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Tim Seifert and Finn Allen |
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vice captain |
Glenn Phillips and Muhammad Wasim |
New Zealand vs UAE Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Tim Seifert©, Finn Allen, Alishan Sharafu
- Batsmen – Rachin Ravindra, Muhammad Wasim
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips (Vice Captain), Muhammad Arfan
- Bowlers – Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Junaid Siddiqui
New Zealand vs UAE Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- The Keepers – Tim Seifert, Finn Allen ©
- Batsmen- Rachin Ravindra, Muhammad Wasim (Vice Captain)
- All-rounders – Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Arfan
- Bowlers- Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Haider Ali
New Zealand vs UAE Dream11 Prediction Today Match 11 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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devon conway |
7.5 credits |
No |
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Muhammad Jawadullah |
6.5 credits |
No |
New Zealand vs UAE Dream11 Prediction Today Match 11 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Tim Seifert |
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gl captaincy option |
finn allen |
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choice of punt |
Haider Ali and Dhruv Parashar |
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dream11 combination |
3-2-3-3 |
New Zealand vs UAE Match Winner Prediction:
A strong team on paper will put New Zealand in a strong position to win this match.
