The United Arab Emirates (UAE) secured the final spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 with a dominant eight-wicket win over Japan. With this victory, UAE became the 20th team to qualify for the marquee tournament, which is set to take place in India and Sri Lanka in 2026. Competing in the T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025, the Muhammad Waseem-led side finished third, joining already-qualified Nepal and Oman, who took the top two spots.

In the crucial clash at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman, UAE won the toss and opted to bowl first. Japan struggled from the outset, slumping to 56/8 at one stage. However, wicketkeeper-batter Wataru Miyauchi offered some resistance with an unbeaten 45 off 32 balls, helping his side

post a modest total of 116. For UAE, Haider Ali starred with th

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