SA vs UAE Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team & Captain Picks: Dream11 Team Today, Match preview, Playing XI, Fantasy Tips for ICC Men’s T20 WC 2026 Match 34
- Published: February 17, 2026
- Updated: February 17, 2026
- By AllCric Team
Match Preview
South Africa take on the United Arab Emirates in the 34th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. South Africa have already qualified for the Super 8 after winning all three of their group matches, including a dominant victory over New Zealand. On paper, this SA vs UAE match looks one-sided, with the Proteas in top form.
The UAE will aim to end their campaign on a high, with Sohaib Khan in excellent touch, but inconsistent performances from the rest of the squad make it a tough task. Fantasy cricket enthusiasts can look to Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Lungi Ngidi for points in this SA vs UAE Dream11 prediction and fantasy tips article. Looking for a detailed SA vs UAE match analysis with today’s prediction? Get expert insights and key match details here.
SA vs UAE Match Details
- Match: South Africa vs United Arab Emirates, 34th Match, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: 18 February 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM IST
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India
SA vs UAE Recent Form
| South Africa | U.A.E. |
|---|---|
|
W L W W W |
L L L W L |
South Africa: The Proteas have dominated with both bat and ball. Aiden Markram has scored 150 runs in 3 matches, while Lungi Ngidi leads the wickets tally with 8 scalps. David Miller and Dewald Brevis have also chipped in with impactful performances.
UAE: Sohaib Khan has impressed with back-to-back half-centuries, but the rest of the batting lineup has struggled. Bowling has shown occasional spark from Muhammad Arfan and Junaid Siddique, but overall inconsistency makes them underdogs.
SA vs UAE Pitch & Weather Report
The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium is balanced, favoring both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers get early movement while spinners can extract minimal turn later. The average first-innings score in morning matches here is 158, with 180–185 runs considered par. Teams bowling first have won three of the four World Cup games at this venue, and cloud cover with temperatures around 14–26°C may slightly aid swing bowling.
SA vs UAE Probable Playing 11
South Africa Probable 11
Aiden Markram (C), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller/Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Kwena Maphaka, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje/Kagiso Rabada
U.A.E Probable 11
Aryansh Sharma (WK), Muhammad Waseem (C), Alishan Sharafu, Sohaib Khan, Syed Haider, Harshit Kaushik, Muhammad Arfan, Haider Ali, Simranjeet Singh, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah
Top Picks for SA vs UAE Dream11 Prediction
Top Picks – South Africa
- Aiden Markram – 150 runs in 3 matches
- Lungi Ngidi – 8 wickets in 3 matches
- David Miller – Key middle-order batter
Top Picks – UAE
- Sohaib Khan – 2 back-to-back 50s
- Alishan Sharafu – Reliable middle-order runs
- Junaid Siddique – Wicket-taking bowler
SA vs UAE Fantasy Team Suggestion
Batters: Aiden Markram (SA), Quinton de Kock (SA), Sohaib Khan (UAE)
All-rounders: Dewald Brevis (SA), David Miller (SA), Tristan Stubbs (SA)
Bowlers: Lungi Ngidi (SA), Marco Jansen (SA), Muhammad Arfan (UAE)
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SA vs UAE Fantasy Tips
Wicketkeeper: Quinton de Kock (SA) / Aryansh Sharma (UAE)
Captain: Aiden Markram (SA) / Sohaib Khan (UAE)
Vice-Captain: Lungi Ngidi (SA) / David Miller (SA)
SA vs UAE Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
South Africa are clear favorites in this dead rubber. UAE may fight hard, but SA’s dominant batting and bowling depth make a win for the Proteas almost certain.
Prediction: South Africa to win
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SA vs UAE Match FAQs
South Africa are expected to win.
No previous T20I meetings between the two teams.
Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, David Miller, Sohaib Khan.
Balanced surface favoring both batters and bowlers, with an average first-innings score around 158; seamers get early movement and spinners become effective later.