The United Arab Emirates has become the 20th and final team to qualify for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 6 to March 8, 2026.
The UAE secured its spot after defeating Japan in the Super Six stage of the T20 World Cup Asia–EAP Qualifier 2025, earning a place in the prestigious biennial tournament.
The Emirates team joins Nepal and Oman as the three nations to qualify from the Asia–East Asia Pacific regional event.
🔹 UAE batter Alishan Sharafu top-scored in the crucial win over Japan, according to AFP.
