In a stunning display of modern T20 power, New Zealand A clear message was sent to the rest of the cricketing world at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. In the 11th match of Group D 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cupthe Black Caps orchestrated a clinical 10-wicket demolition United Arab Emirateschasing a competitive goal in nearly five possessions.

The total score between the UAE and New Zealand teams is very competitive

The evening started with optimism in the UAE. After opting to bat, the Quasi-Nations put up a spirited performance that momentarily silenced the Chennai crowd. Led by a resilient person Muhammad WasimThe UAE were unbeaten on 66 off 45 balls, responding to New Zealand’s attacking pace with surprising composure. Waseem and Alishan Sharafu (55 levels 47) laid a solid foundation.

Despite a series of late wickets – Matt Henry Claims 2/37 and Mitchell Santner Killing the middle order with an economical 1/23 – UAE managed to post a formidable 173/6. With a total of over 170 runs compared to most teams, Chennai offers a fighting chance. Yet the famously spiny “Chepauk” surface was surprisingly authentic, setting the stage for a New Zealand masterclass.

Tim Seifert and Finn Allen spark batting chaos as New Zealand beat UAE

What happened after the inning break was not a chase but a complete eclipse. new zealand opener Tim Seifert and find alan Turned the second innings into a brilliant game, treating the UAE bowling attack with utter contempt. The duo used the Powerplay to perfection, posting 78/0 in the first six overs – the highest score of the tournament so far.

Tim Seifert The main attacker early on, reaching his half-century off just 23 deliveries. His unbeaten knock of 89 off 42 balls was an example of innovative stroke play, replete with 12 boundaries and three towering sixes. at the other end, find alan Brute force is provided. Allen’s 84 off 50 balls, including 5 huge sixes, easily smashed boundaries to the delight of the UAE bowlers Mohammad Rohid (0/51) and Junaid Siddiq (0/47) No answer.

The course of the game was completely one-sided. New Zealand took just 8.3 overs to cross the 100-run mark, effectively ending the match before the second drinks break. The Emirates responded to the referee’s call with a desperate DRS review of Seifert on the 7th, symbolizing a night where nothing could come to the underdog.

Fans took to social media to celebrate the ‘New Zealand Hurricane’, noting that the 10-wicket win (with 28 balls remaining) greatly improved the Black Caps’ net run rate. The win established New Zealand’s lead in Group D, while the UAE will be hoping to take a boost from their batting efforts heading into their next game.

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Here’s how fans reacted:

New Zealand tied 174 in just 15.2 overs 🤩#NewZealandvsUAE #T20World Cup 2026 pic.twitter.com/KdtDqNn2kk

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 10, 2026

Tim Seifert and Finn Allen record highest partnership as New Zealand beat UAE by 10 wickets! 🔥#NZVUE #WorldCup26 pic.twitter.com/sBk7yzfynJ

— Saad Malik (@saadimalik22) February 10, 2026

🔥Tim Seifert is in the phase of his life🔥

Tim Seifert – 89*(42)
Finn Allen – 84*(50)

🚨 New Zealand tied 174 points in just 15.2 overs🚨 pic.twitter.com/dW6O6olxaj

— Malik Jamshed (@Jamshai41840579) February 10, 2026

New Zealand beat UAE by 10 wickets. This is a huge victory. Finn Allen 84* and Tim Seifert 89*.#TimSeifert #fennalen #NewZealandvsUAE pic.twitter.com/mdYAVwhzmG

— Tamanna e Dil (@ishqsufiyana00) February 10, 2026

Kiwis are on fire in Chepauk! Finn Allen and Tim Seifert broke open the opening stands to put New Zealand firmly in control and chasing the UAE’s total #T20World Cup 2026. Captain Wasim’s gritty fifty earned the UAE their highest World Cup points but the defense was stunning (Chapman-Mitchell relay… pic.twitter.com/PnsvKv2SWN

— Devangg Shah (@DevanggShaah24) February 10, 2026

New Zealand reigns supreme! 🇳🇿💨

151/0 in just 13.1 overs? Finn Allen and Tim Seifert made this 174-game chase look like a walk in the park! 😱

✅ Required: 23 ✅ Balls: 41 ✅ Wickets: 10#T20WC2026 #cricketnews #NZVUE #TimSeifert #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/jK7IbdAeK4

— sports__life (@statecraft__) February 10, 2026

Finn Allen and Tim Seifert are one of the most devastating opening combinations in the T20 World Cup 🇳🇿

New Zealand in the ICC Championship is a completely different team 🏆🏏 #NewZealandvsUAE #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/GmiXphZ9G4

— CricRohan (@CricguyRohan07) February 10, 2026

As a KKR fan, I saw Tim Seifert and Finn Allen flying together in a 78-run partnership of 6 overs. #NewZealandvsUAE #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/iOkvwzh6FG

— Yash X (@SANDEEPMH07) February 10, 2026

Finn Allen and Tim Seifert, these two are one of the most dangerous and destructive opening duos in T20 cricket. 💪🔥

Both of them are in absolute beast form! 🥶

Excellent acquisition by the KKR team and a good sign ahead of IPL 2026. 💜#finnallen #TimSeifert #NewZealandvsUAE #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/MZPT1cJdf7

— Sabir Zafar (@Sabir_Saabu01) February 10, 2026

Tim Seifert and Finn Allen are like two monsters on the field. They destroyed the UAE bowlers so badly that no one wanted to bowl to them anymore, unbelievable blow!#T20World Cup #NewZealandvsUAE pic.twitter.com/e91ynmdVR1

— Neeraj (@NeerajY00859341) February 10, 2026

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