Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, Pitch Report, Weather Report For AFG vs UAE- Match 28, T20 World Cup 2026

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (Source:X)

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 continue to deliver thrilling action as Afghanistan will take on the UAE in Match 28 of the tournament. The AFG vs UAE much-anticipated clash will take place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on February 16.

Afghanistan come into this match under pressure after suffering two consecutive defeats. They began their campaign with a loss to New Zealand. The Afghan side is currently fourth on the points table, with two losses in two matches.

AFG and UAE's tournament so far

In their second outing, Afghanistan faced South Africa in one of the most dramatic matches of the tournament. The contest went into a rare double Super Over before Afghanistan eventually fell short.

On the other hand, the UAE are riding high after registering its first win of the tournament. They secured a narrow 5-wickets victory over Canada. 

Currently sitting third in the points table, the UAE know that another win might improve their chances of reaching the Super Eight stage.

As this important match nears, in this article, let's take a look at the pitch and weather report for AFG vs UAE at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.

Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch report for AFG vs UAE- Match 28, T20 World Cup 2026

(Arun Jaitley Stadium T20I stats)

The Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch report for AFG vs UAE suggests that the pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest in the upcoming AFG vs UAE clash of the T20 World Cup 2026. Historically, the venue has been slightly more favourable for batters, especially in T20 matches.

So far, 11 T20I matches have been played at this ground. Teams batting first have won five games, while teams chasing have won six. The average first-innings score is 171, suggesting a competitive total is usually on the cards.

Statistics show that pacers have taken 54.91% of the wickets at this venue, while spinners account for 44.26%. This suggests that both types of bowlers have had an impact. The stadium often turns into a batting paradise, with short boundaries and a quick outfield helping batters score freely.

During the early overs, the pitch remains flat and hard, allowing the ball to come nicely onto the bat. This makes the powerplay crucial for scoring runs. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to dry out, bringing spinners into play during the middle overs.

In recent matches, including games in the ongoing T20 World Cup, bowlers who varied their pace found success. Since this will be a day game, dew is unlikely to play a role.

Overall, the AFG vs UAE pitch report promises a sporting contest in which teams that adapt quickly to changing conditions are likely to have the edge.

Delhi weather report for AFG vs UAE- Match 28, T20 World Cup 2026

(Delhi weather report by AccuWeather.com)

As per the Delhi Weather Report for AFG vs UAE, the temperature for the T20 World Cup match for 16th February will be 29°C. The Winds will be light, coming from the west at around 7 km/h, with occasional gusts up to 20 km/h. 

No rainfall is expected, with a 0% chance of precipitation and thunderstorms, and skies will remain clear with virtually no cloud cover. Overall AFG vs UAE Weather Report suggests that it will be a dry, very bright, and hot day.

Conclusion

Entering this match, Afghanistan will be desperate to secure their first win and restore confidence, while the UAE will look to build momentum and keep their qualification dreams alive. Fans can expect a competitive and thrilling encounter in Delhi.