Afghanistan won against Canada by 82 runs in Chennai, concluding their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on a positive note. In contrast, Canada finished the tournament without a win.
This match marked the end of Group D in the tournament. Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored 30 runs off 20 balls, while Ibrahim Zadran had a standout performance with 95 runs off 56 balls. Together, they formed a solid opening partnership, adding 47 runs in 33 balls. Sediquallah Atal also contributed significantly with 44 runs off 32 balls, helping Afghanistan reach a total of 200 for 4. Jaskaran Singh took three wickets, and Dilon Heylinger added one more for Canada.
When Canada batted, they managed only 118 runs for 8 wickets in their 20 overs. Mohammad Nabi excelled with the ball, taking four wickets for just 7 runs in 4 overs, and Rashid Khan supported him well with figures of 2 for 19.
For Canada, Harsh Thaker was the leading scorer with 30 runs off 24 balls, while Saad bin Zafar chipping in with 28 runs off 26 balls.
Full Scorecard – Afghanistan vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026, February 19
Afghanistan 200 for 4 (Zadran 95*, Atal 44, Jaskaran 3-52) defeated Canada 118 for 8 (Thaker 30, Nabi 4-7) by 82 runs.
Match Highlights & Key Moments
Canada’s captain, Dilpreet Bajwa, announced that Navneet Dhaliwal and Ravinderpal Singh would retire after this match. Ibrahim Zadran’s impressive innings helped Afghanistan reach their total of 200.
The bowling performances by Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan contributed to Afghanistan’s consecutive victories in this tournament.
Player of the Match
Ibrahim Zadran was awarded the Player of the Match for his score of 95 runs.
What This Result Means for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026
This victory boosts Afghanistan’s confidence for future tournaments.
For Canada, losing all four matches in the T20 World Cup 2026 is disappointing.
FAQs – Afghanistan vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Q1: Who won the match between Afghanistan and Canada?
A1: Afghanistan won by 82 runs in Chennai.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Ibrahim Zadran received the Player of the Match award for his 95 runs.
Q3: What was the final score of the match?
A3: Afghanistan 200 for 4 (Zadran 95*, Atal 44, Jaskaran 3-52); Canada 118 for 8 (Thaker 30, Nabi 4-7).
