NZ vs CAN: The next ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will have an exciting match to witness when two teams square off in the group phase at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Tuesday, 17 February. Match 31, NZ vs CAN, is key for both teams as they now have a chance to move on to the Super Eights and continue their T20WC run or to move on from here.
NZ vs CAN: Match Details
Match: New Zealand vs Canada, Match 31, T20 World Cup 2026
Date & Time (IST): Tuesday, February 17, 11:00 AM
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Broadcast: JioStar Network Channels
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Live Streaming: JioHotstar (App & Website)
NZ vs CAN: Team Form & Tournament Journey
New Zealand’s successful run so far in the tournament includes wins over Afghanistan and UAE, but they lost their match against South Africa, who chased down their target of 176 runs in only 17 overs. The Black Caps have been led by Mitchell Santner throughout this tournament.
Currently second in the points table with four points, New Zealand will look to bounce back and qualify for the Super Eights with a win in this NZ vs CAN match.
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Canada’s Struggles
Canada, led by Dilpreet Bajwa, have had a tough tournament. They have lost both of their matches so far, which were against South Africa and the UAE. It is a do-or-die match for the Canadians as their hopes of qualification are hanging by a thread.
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report – NZ vs CAN
The Chennai surface has witnessed high-scoring matches in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Four matches have been played at the venue so far
Three matches have been won by teams chasing, Only one successful total has been defended.
The pitch seems to have a slight advantage for the batsmen, but spinners can also play a vital role in the latter stages of the game. In the NZ vs CAN match, the captain who won the toss may like to chase.
The Chennai surface has witnessed high-scoring matches in the ongoing T20 World Cup.
Four matches have been played at the venue so far
Three matches have been won by teams chasing
Only one successful total has been defended
The pitch seems to have a slight advantage for the batsmen, but spinners can also play a vital role in the latter stages of the game. In the NZ vs CAN match, the captain who won the toss may like to chase.
NZ vs CAN Predicted Playing XIs
New Zealand Probable XI
Finn Allen, Tim Seifert (WK), Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (C), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy.
Canada Probable XI
Yuvraj Samra, Dilpreet Bajwa (C), Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Shreyas Movva (WK), Harsh Thaker, Saad Bin Zafar, Jaskaran Singh, Dilon Heyliger, Kaleem Sana, Ansh Patel.
NZ vs CAN Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter – Finn Allen
Finn Allen is one batter to watch out for in the NZ vs CAN encounter. After a subdued performance against Afghanistan, he made a strong comeback with 115 runs in the last two innings.
His blistering opening partnership with Tim Seifert against UAE revealed his knack for hammering the powerplay. If Allen gets going, the Canadian bowlers might have a tough time.
Probable Best Bowler – Mitchell Santner
Captain Mitchell Santner might hold the key to success with the ball. Having previously played for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, Santner is aware of the conditions at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
His expertise might just turn out to be the deciding factor in the middle overs of the NZ vs CAN match.
NZ vs CAN Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Based on evidence from their previous matches, it seems like New Zealand’s strength comes from a roster full of talented players in both disciplines of the game. New Zealand will have a massive advantage over Canada unless Canada puts on an amazing team effort against New Zealand.
Prediction: New Zealand have a significant advantage going into this matchup with Canada; however, if Canada is able to play their best cricket at T20WC 2026 against New Zealand, they may be able to give New Zealand an issue.
Make sure to check back regularly for updates around the time of the game for up-to-date reports on who won and lost the toss and who made its way into either team as part of the lineup.
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