Seifert & Allen Smash T20 WC Record in NZ’s 10-Wicket Rout of UAE
New Zealand has delivered a commanding statement in Chennai, crushing the United Arab Emirates by 10 wickets in their Group D clash at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The UAE posted a competitive 173 for six, powered by a brilliant partnership between Muhammad Waseem and Alishan Sharafu. Waseem remained unbeaten on 66, while Sharafu contributed a well-timed 55, giving the hosts hope of putting pressure on the 2021 finalists. But New Zealand’s response was simply ruthless.
Openers Tim Seifert and Finn Allen tore through the chase with an exhibition of aggressive, precision hitting rarely seen in T20 World Cups. The duo put on 175 runs without losing a wicket, breaking the previous highest partnership record of 170 held by England’s Jos Buttler and Alex Hales. Seifert reached his fifty off just 23 balls, while Allen took 27 deliveries to get to the same milestone, showing an uncanny ability to capitalize on the UAE bowling. Boundaries rained across the MA Chidambaram Stadium and by the 15th over, the result was already decided. The Kiwis completed the chase with 28 balls to spare, leaving no doubt about their dominance.
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For UAE, the defeat is tough but not without positives. Their captain, Muhammad Waseem, acknowledged that the team fell short in the bowling department, admitting that execution under pressure must improve. Yet, the batting showed resilience, particularly the partnership between Waseem and Sharafu, which could prove vital in upcoming matches against Canada and other group opponents.
This victory cements New Zealand’s position as a serious contender in this World Cup. Their ability to chase big totals without losing a wicket demonstrates both strategic planning and individual brilliance. For Seifert and Allen, it’s a performance that will be remembered for years, not just for the record but for the manner in which they dismantled a capable bowling attack.
The implications extend beyond this single match. New Zealand now heads to Ahmedabad to face South Africa and with momentum like this, they carry both confidence and a psychological edge. For UAE, regrouping quickly will be crucial. Lessons from this defeat could define their tournament, particularly their need for disciplined bowling under pressure and smarter field placements.
Fans worldwide will be watching as the tournament progresses and performances like today’s set the tone for what promises to be an electrifying T20 World Cup. Stay tuned for updates, analysis and more highlights as the action unfolds.
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