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SA vs UAE LIVE, T20 World Cup: Rain delays South Africa’s 123-run chase

SA vs UAE LIVE, T20 World Cup: Rain delays South Africa's 123-run chase

SA vs UAE LIVE, T20 World Cup: Rain delays South Africa’s 123-run chase
Catch all the latest updates and live scores from South Africa vs UAE, Pakistan vs Namibia T20 World Cup 2026 matches here

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE have managed to reach a meagre total of 122/6 at the end of 20 overs, with South African bowlers dominating the majority of the contest. Barring a 45-run knock from Alishan Sharafu, none of the other batters managed to get going as wickets kept falling at regular intervals. Corbin Bosch finishes with 3 wickets to his name while Anrich Nortje bags 2. South Africa need 123 runs to register their 4th consecutive win of the T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan vs Namibia: It is a do-or-die clash for Pakistan as they face Namibia in Colombo. Pakistan are coming back from a humiliating defeat against India. With USA in 2nd place with a better net run rate, Pakistan need a win. However, there is a 70% chance of rain in Colombo and if the match is washed out, Pakistan will go through.

India vs Netherlands: In Ahmedabad, India take on the Netherlands in their last Group A game. India have already sealed their spot in the Super 8. Hence, it is going to be a dead rubber before the IND vs SA Super 8 clash. India could rotate their squad, resting Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah for Mohd Siraj and Arshdeep Singh.

T20 World Cup 2026 schedule (February 18)

  • South Africa vs UAE – Delhi – 11 AM IST
  • Pakistan vs Namibia – Colombo – 3 PM IST
  • India vs Netherlands – Ahmedabad – 7 PM IST

Pakistan vs Namibia: In the next match, Pakistan take on Namibia in what is a must-win encounter for Salman Ali Agha and co. to make it to the Super 8. 7 teams have already qualified for the next stage of the tournament, and only one spot remains.

T20 World Cup 2026 live streaming details

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will enjoy one of the widest broadcasts ever, with India remaining the epicentre of coverage through JioStar. JioHotstar will be live streaming all the ICC event games, while Star Sports Network are the official broadcast partners.

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SA vs UAE LIVE: 2nd innings start delayed

18/02/2026 12:58

A little spell of rain has delayed the start of the 2nd innings. It will take at least 15 minutes to get the ground ready for the 2nd innings. But the good news is that the covers are coming off. 

SA vs UAE LIVE: South Africa need 123 runs

18/02/2026 12:46

UAE have managed to add just 20 runs to their total in the death overs and have finished at 122/6 at the end of 20 overs. After starting off on a strong note, UAE faltered right after the powerplay and since then SA struck at regular intervals. South Africa need just 123 runs to complete their 4th straight win

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE struggle, all eyes on death overs

18/02/2026 12:27

UAE have only managed to add 36 runs in the last five overs as South Africa continue to keep the UAE batters on their toes. UAE lost Syed Haider cheaply to Anrich Nortje. With just 102 runs on board so far, UAE have a tall task at hand to finish on a high note. All eyes will be on Alishan Sharafu (44) in the death overs

18/02/2026 12:27

SA vs UAE LIVE: Houseful Arun Jaitley stadium

18/02/2026 12:09

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The Arun Jaitley Stadium is packed with fans who want to witness the final group stage match between South Africa and UAE. Fan craze on another level!

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE lose momentum

18/02/2026 12:00

UAE lost their third wicket in the 10th over of the game as Sohaib Khan departed, courtesy of Corbin Bosch. The run-rate has slowed down significantly and UAE are reeling at 76/3 at the end of 12 overs. South Africa have restircted the flow of boundaries. Only 29 runs were scored by the UAE between overs 6-11.

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE lose 2nd wicket

18/02/2026 11:29

UAE lose their 2nd wicket as Aryansh Sharma gets caught out in the last over of the powerplay. The batting side have lost both their openers in quick succession. Corbin Bosch gets his first wicket. South Africa recover well. UAE are 42/2

SA vs UAE LIVE: South Africa get first wicket

18/02/2026 11:25

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The bowling change works as George Linde provides the first breakthrough for South Africa. UAE captain Muhammad Waseem gets trapped for an LBW and the umpire raises his finger. The batter decides to review but ball tracking shows the delivery going on to strike the stumps. UAE are 1 down

SA vs UAE LIVE: Muhammad Waseem on the charge

18/02/2026 11:16

UAE captain Muhammad Waseem is leading from the front and is taking the South African bowlers head on, dealing in boundaries. Quinton de Kock drops an easy catch, and the UAE get a lifeline as well. UAE are 30/0 in 3 overs

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE eye good start

18/02/2026 10:59

Aryansh Sharma and Muhammad Waseem are out in the middle to commence the proceedings for the UAE. Kagiso Rabada starts with the ball for South Africa. The Proteas will be eyeing early wickets in Delhi. Action begins!

SA vs UAE LIVE: National anthems underway

18/02/2026 10:57

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The players are out in the middle for the national anthems along with the match officials. South Africa's first followed by the UAE's

SA vs UAE: South Africa playing XI

18/02/2026 10:38

Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE playing XI

18/02/2026 10:37

Aryansh Sharma(w), Muhammad Waseem(c), Alishan Sharafu, Sohaib Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Muhammad Arfan, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Farooq, Haider Ali, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah

SA vs UAE LIVE: South Africa win toss

18/02/2026 10:34

South Africa captain Aiden Markram wins the toss and opts to bowl first against UAE. The Proteas make four changes to their playing XI, giving opportunities to those who have warmed the bench so far. UAE make two changes to their XI

SA vs UAE LIVE: T20 World Cup Group 1 Super 8 schedule

18/02/2026 10:22

Date Team A Team B Venue Time
22 February 2026 India South Africa Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 19:00
23 February 2026 Zimbabwe West Indies Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 19:00
26 February 2026 South Africa West Indies Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 15:00
26 February 2026 India Zimbabwe MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai 19:00
1 March 2026 Zimbabwe South Africa Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi 15:00
1 March 2026 India West Indies Eden Gardens, Kolkata 19:00

SA vs UAE LIVE: UAE squad

18/02/2026 10:03

Aryansh Sharma(w), Muhammad Waseem(c), Alishan Sharafu, Sohaib Khan, Syed Haider, Harshit Kaushik, Muhammad Arfan, Haider Ali, Simranjeet Singh, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Farooq, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Mayank Kumar

SA vs UAE LIVE: South Africa squad

18/02/2026 10:03

Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka

SA vs UAE LIVE: Welcome to our coverage

18/02/2026 10:03

Hello and welcome to our LIVE coverage of match number 34 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between South Africa and UAE. Catch all the latest updates and live scores here. Toss coming up at 10.30 AM followed by live action from 11 AM onwards. Stay tuned.
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