South Africa vs UAE LIVE, T20 WC 2026: South Africa need 123 runs to win the match
South Africa vs UAE LIVE UPDATES: There was a light drizzle towards the final overs of the first innings as we now have to see how the weather will behave in the second innings
South Africa vs UAE
In match 34 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, UAE rode on a brisk opening stand and a fighting effort from Alishan Sharafu, but eventually settled for a modest 122 for 6 against South Africa after being asked to bat first.
South Africa opted to bowl at the toss and made early inroads despite the UAE’s positive start. Mohammad Waseem and Aryansh Sharma put on 38 runs for the opening wicket, giving the innings early momentum. Waseem looked particularly aggressive during his 22 off 12 balls before George Linde struck, trapping him lbw to break the stand.
The momentum dipped soon after as Sharma fell for 13 off 17 balls, miscued off Corbin Bosch and caught by Kwena Maphaka. Bosch continued to tighten the pressure, removing Sohaib Khan for 6 as UAE slipped into a rebuilding phase through the middle overs.
Syed Haider struggled to find fluency during his 6 off 15 balls and was dismissed by Anrich Nortje, who later delivered a crucial blow by removing the well-set Sharafu for 45 off 38 deliveries. Sharafu’s knock, built around sensible strokeplay, helped UAE recover from early setbacks, but the absence of late acceleration kept the total below par.
Bosch returned to bowl a tight final over, conceding just four runs and dismissing Mohammad Arfan for 11, as UAE finished on 122 for 6 in their 20 overs. South Africa now need 123 to maintain their winning momentum heading into the Super 8 stage, though dark clouds hovering above the venue could bring the DLS method into play if rain intervenes.
South Africa vs UAE full scorecards
UAE Scorecard:
| United Arab Emirates (20 ovs maximum) | ||||||
| Batting | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Aryansh Sharma † | c Maphaka b Bosch | 13 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 76.47 |
| Muhammad Waseem (c) | lbw b Linde | 22 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 183.33 |
| Alishan Sharafu | c Maphaka b Nortje | 45 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 118.42 |
| Sohaib Khan | c †de Kock b Bosch | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 54.54 |
| Syed Haider | c Maphaka b Nortje | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Muhammad Arfan | c Smith b Bosch | 11 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 61.11 |
| Dhruv Parashar | not out | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Muhammad Farooq | not out | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Extras | (b 1, lb 4, w 8) 13 | |||||
| Total | 20 Ov (RR: 6.10) 122/6 | |||||
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s |
| Kagiso Rabada | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 | 11 |
| Kwena Maphaka | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 | 9 |
| Anrich Nortje | 4 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 7 | 7 |
| George Linde | 4 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 4.25 | 10 |
| Corbin Bosch | 4 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
South Africa scorecard:
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While the match is inconsequential in terms of qualification, South Africa will be keen to iron out a few concerns — especially the form of young batter Dewald Brevis. The big-hitting youngster has not yet produced a major innings in the tournament, managing scores of six, 23 and 21 in his three outings so far.
In contrast, South Africa’s top order has looked solid. Quinton de Kock, captain Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton have all registered at least one half-century, giving the side strong starts in the tournament.
Stay tuned for live updates.
12:54 PM
South Africa vs UAE LIVE UPDATES: Covers are being removed
As South Africa’s innings is about to begin, the covers are being removed. The super sopper is also in action. First, the covers on the bowlers’ run-ups are being taken off, followed by the centre square.
12:50 PM
South Africa vs UAE LIVE UPDATES: UAE innings end
The umpires decided to continue with the match through the final two overs of UAE’s innings despite a light drizzle. UAE finished on 122 for 6 in 20 overs. Soon after the innings ended, covers were brought on, with the square and bowlers’ run-ups fully covered.
UAE batters were beaten multiple times by the pace of South Africa’s fast bowlers. Despite three dropped catches, they failed to capitalise, struggling to find the timing while attempting big shots.
12:46 PM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: UAE scorecard
| United Arab Emirates (20 ovs maximum) | ||||||
| Batting | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Aryansh Sharma † | c Maphaka b Bosch | 13 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 76.47 |
| Muhammad Waseem (c) | lbw b Linde | 22 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 183.33 |
| Alishan Sharafu | c Maphaka b Nortje | 45 | 38 | 5 | 1 | 118.42 |
| Sohaib Khan | c †de Kock b Bosch | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 54.54 |
| Syed Haider | c Maphaka b Nortje | 6 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Muhammad Arfan | c Smith b Bosch | 11 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 61.11 |
| Dhruv Parashar | not out | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Muhammad Farooq | not out | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Extras | (b 1, lb 4, w 8) 13 | |||||
| Total | 20 Ov (RR: 6.10) 122/6 | |||||
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s |
| Kagiso Rabada | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 | 11 |
| Kwena Maphaka | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 | 9 |
| Anrich Nortje | 4 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 7 | 7 |
| George Linde | 4 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 4.25 | 10 |
| Corbin Bosch | 4 | 0 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
12:41 PM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: UAE finish at 122 for 6 after 20 overs
Proteas with a brilliant fightback with the ball, led by Corbin Bosch, have managed to halt the UAE to a sub-par total of 122 for 6 on the board despite a brilliant start by the openers and a handy 45 runs cameo from Alishan Sharafu.
12:33 PM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: Rain arrives at Arun Jaitley Stadium
There is a light drizzle in the air. The groundsmen are on standby, but the umpires have decided to continue with the match. UAE 114-5 after 18 Overs
12:28 PM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: Overcast conditions in Delhi
Dark clouds continue to hover over the Arun Jaitley Stadium, with groundsmen on standby in case the rain returns. South Africa have dropped three catches so far, allowing UAE to take advantage and cross the 100-run mark despite losing four wickets. At the end of 17 overs, UAE have scored 109 runs.
12:17 PM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: Proteas in control
The 15 overs of the innings have been bolwed and the Proteas are in full control as UAE are just 97 for 4. However, with Alishan Sharafu (35 not out off 31 balls) still at the crease UAE will be hoping for a big finish.
11:47 AM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: Basch strikes again
Corbin Bosch has struck again for South Africa as he now removes Sohaib Khan (6 runs off 11 balls).
11:33 AM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: UAE 44 for 1 after 6 overs
Corbin Bosch comes in the attack for South Africa
Corbin Bosch struck early in the over as Aryansh Sharma miscued a short ball to mid-on, bringing Sohaib Khan to the crease who got off the mark with a single. Alishan Sharafu then faced the rest of the over with a couple of dots before picking up a run off the last ball as South Africa kept things tight.
Corbin Bosch struck early in the over as Aryansh Sharma miscued a short ball to mid-on, bringing Sohaib Khan to the crease who got off the mark with a single. Alishan Sharafu then faced the rest of the over with a couple of dots before picking up a run off the last ball as South Africa kept things tight.
11:26 AM
ICC T20 World Cup 2026 South Africa vs UAE LIVE SCORE: UAE 42 for 1 after 5 overs
George Linde comes in the attack for South Africa
Eventful over from George Linde as Muhammad Waseem and Aryansh Sharma started with singles before Linde trapped Waseem (22 runs off 12 balls) lbw to give South Africa the breakthrough. New batter Alishan Sharafu took a couple of balls to settle before finishing the over with a boundary through deep extra cover.
Eventful over from George Linde as Muhammad Waseem and Aryansh Sharma started with singles before Linde trapped Waseem (22 runs off 12 balls) lbw to give South Africa the breakthrough. New batter Alishan Sharafu took a couple of balls to settle before finishing the over with a boundary through deep extra cover.
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First Published: Feb 18 2026 | 10:30 AM IST