Canada’s Squad and Matches for T20I World Cup 2026
Canada heads into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with renewed momentum, featuring a squad that blends experienced performers with promising young talents eager to make an impact in the global tournament.
Captain: Dilpreet Bajwa
Vice Captain: To Be Announced
Coach: Ingleton Liburd
Canada Group Stage Match Schedule – T20 World Cup 2026
Canada vs South Africa
Date: 09 February 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Time: 0:00 pm
Canada vs UAE
Date: 13 February 2026
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Time: 03:00 pm
Canada vs New Zealand
Date: 17 February 2026
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time: 11:00 am
Canada vs Afghanistan
Date: 19 February 2026
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time: 07:00 pm
Squad: Dilpreet Bajwa (c), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Singh, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva (wk), Yuvraj Samra
1. Dilpreet Bajwa (Captain)
Strengths:
- Reliable middle-order batter
- Strong leadership and match awareness
- Ability to stabilize innings
Weaknesses:
- Strike rate acceleration sometimes slow
- Limited international experience
2. Ajayveer Hundal
Strengths:
- Aggressive batting approach
- Good boundary-hitting ability
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Batting inconsistency
- Limited big-match exposure
3. Ansh Patel
Strengths:
- Spin-bowling all-round ability
- Useful lower-order batting
- Good fielding presence
Weaknesses:
- Limited international experience
- Bowling consistency developing
4. Dilon Heyliger
Strengths:
- Fast-bowling all-rounder
- Wicket-taking pace ability
- Powerful lower-order hitting
Weaknesses:
- Bowling economy inconsistency
- Batting reliability varies
5. Harsh Thaker
Strengths:
- Reliable batting all-rounder
- Useful off-spin option
- Calm temperament
Weaknesses:
- Limited power-hitting
- Bowling impact sometimes limited
6. Jaskarandeep Singh
Strengths:
- Aggressive batting talent
- Strong stroke play
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited international exposure
- Consistency developing
7. Kaleem Sana
Strengths:
- Left-arm pace variation
- Good swing with new ball
- Useful death-over bowling
Weaknesses:
- Economy fluctuations
- Limited batting contribution
8. Kanwarpal Tathgur
Strengths:
- Emerging batting prospect
- Good domestic performances
- Strong fielding ability
Weaknesses:
- Limited experience
- Needs performance consistency
9. Navneet Dhaliwal
Strengths:
- Experienced top-order batter
- Ability to anchor innings
- Good technique
Weaknesses:
- Strike rate sometimes slow
- Can struggle against quality pace
10. Nicholas Kirton
Strengths:
- Powerful middle-order hitter
- Flexible batting positions
- Good finishing ability
Weaknesses:
- Batting inconsistency
- Shot selection risks
11. Ravinderpal Singh
Strengths:
- Explosive power hitter
- Strong six-hitting ability
- Finishing capability
Weaknesses:
- High-risk batting approach
- Inconsistent performances
12. Saad Bin Zafar
Strengths:
- Experienced left-arm spinner
- Economical bowling control
- Good tactical awareness
Weaknesses:
- Limited batting contribution
- Not always a high wicket-taker
13. Shivam Sharma
Strengths:
- Useful spin option
- Strong domestic performances
- Good fielding ability
Weaknesses:
- Limited international exposure
- Consistency developing
14. Shreyas Movva
Strengths:
- Wicketkeeper-batter flexibility
- Good strike rotation
- Agile fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited power-hitting ability
- Batting consistency developing
15. Yuvraj Samra
Strengths:
- Promising young batter
- Strong stroke play
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited experience
- Pressure handling developing