UAE’s Squad and Matches for T20I World Cup 2026
The United Arab Emirates enters the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 as a steadily improving side known for disciplined bowling units and technically sound batting combinations aiming to challenge stronger teams in the competition.
Captain: Muhammad Waseem
Vice Captain: Lalchand Rajput
Coach: Yasir Arafat
UAE Group Stage Match Schedule – T20 World Cup 2026
UAE vs New Zealand
Date: 10 February 2026
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Time: 03:00 pm
UAE vs Canada
Date: 13 February 2026
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Time: 03:00 pm
UAE vs Afghanistan
Date: 16 February 2026
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Time: 11:00 am
UAE vs South Africa
Date: 18 February 2026
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Time: 11:00 am
Squad: Muhammad Waseem (c), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma (wk), Dhruv Parashar, Haider Ali, Harshit Kaushik, Junaid Siddique, Mayank Kumar, Muhammad Arfan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Zohaib, Rohid Khan, Sohaib Khan, Simranjeet Singh.
1. Muhammad Waseem (Captain)
Strengths:
- Explosive top-order batter
- Strong leadership and match awareness
- Excellent powerplay scoring ability
Weaknesses:
- Can struggle against quality swing bowling
- Batting inconsistency at times
2. Alishan Sharafu
Strengths:
- Technically sound middle-order batter
- Ability to build partnerships
- Good temperament under pressure
Weaknesses:
- Strike rate sometimes slow
- Limited power-hitting ability
3. Aryansh Sharma
Strengths:
- Wicketkeeper-batter flexibility
- Aggressive batting approach
- Energetic fielding presence
Weaknesses:
- Limited international experience
- Batting consistency developing
4. Dhruv Parashar
Strengths:
- Spin-bowling all-rounder
- Useful lower-order batting
- Good fielding ability
Weaknesses:
- Limited experience at international level
- Bowling consistency fluctuates
5. Haider Ali
Strengths:
- Aggressive batting talent
- Quick scoring ability
- Strong fielding presence
Weaknesses:
- Batting inconsistency
- High-risk shot selection
6. Harshit Kaushik
Strengths:
- Emerging batting prospect
- Good stroke play
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited international exposure
- Needs performance consistency
7. Junaid Siddique
Strengths:
- Experienced fast bowler
- Swing bowling ability
- Reliable powerplay performer
Weaknesses:
- Pace not very high
- Death-over economy inconsistency
8. Mayank Kumar
Strengths:
- Young batting talent
- Strong domestic performances
- Athletic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited international experience
- Pressure handling developing
9. Muhammad Arfan
Strengths:
- Useful seam-bowling option
- Good variation skills
- Fielding support
Weaknesses:
- Limited match impact
- Consistency developing
10. Muhammad Farooq
Strengths:
- Reliable medium-pace bowler
- Good control and discipline
- Useful lower-order batting
Weaknesses:
- Limited pace
- Economy fluctuations
11. Muhammad Jawadullah
Strengths:
- Left-arm pace variation
- Wicket-taking ability
- Good aggressive bowling approach
Weaknesses:
- Control inconsistency
- Limited international experience
12. Muhammad Zohaib
Strengths:
- Emerging batting talent
- Good stroke play
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Limited exposure at top level
- Needs performance consistency
13. Rohid Khan
Strengths:
- Experienced leg-spinner
- Strong wicket-taking ability
- Good middle-over control
Weaknesses:
- Limited batting contribution
- Can be targeted by aggressive hitters
14. Sohaib Khan
Strengths:
- Useful batting depth
- Flexible batting role
- Good fielding presence
Weaknesses:
- Limited international experience
- Batting consistency developing
15. Simranjeet Singh
Strengths:
- Promising pace-bowling talent
- Good bounce potential
- Energetic fielding
Weaknesses:
- Inexperience at international level
- Needs better bowling control