United Arab Emirates (malaysia vs uae) secured a convincing six-wicket victory over Malaysia in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier, strengthening their chances of qualifying for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Malaysia batted first and posted a competitive total of 147 for 6 in their 20 overs, with Vijay Unni top-scoring with 42 runs. UAE’s bowlers, led by Junaid Siddique and Aayan Afzal Khan, kept the opposition in check through disciplined bowling.
In reply, the UAE chased down the target in 18.3 overs, finishing at 151 for 4. Muhammad Waseem, the UAE captain, starred with a brilliant 63 off 38 balls, while Asif Khan added a crucial 32 runs.
With this win, the UAE continued their unbeaten streak in the regional qualifier and moved closer to securing a spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, showcasing their growing dominance in Asian associate cricket.
