Canada announce T20 World Cup 2026 team (Source: @officialcricketcanada/instagram.com)
The excitement can’t be higher as another new edition of the T20 World Cup is commencing in less than a month. With preparations in full swing, fans are counting down the days for edge-of-the-seat, high-voltage action on the 22 yards.
As the tournament starts on February 7, Canada has announced their power-packed 15-member squad. Under Dilpreet Bajwa’s captaincy, they are now all set to step into their second T20 World Cup edition.
Dilpreet Bajwa to lead Canada’s charge in T20 World Cup 2026
The unreal T20 excitement is coming back as the T20 World Cup 2026 is not even a month away. With Sri Lanka set to host the marquee event, excitement is soaring, and fans are bracing for an unforgettable spectacle. As the teams are prioritizing their final preparation, Canada has announced their star-studded squad for the marquee tournament.
After making their first mark in the T20 World Cup 2024, they are set for their second appearance in the next edition. Naming a powerful 15-member squad, they are ready to face some of the big names of the cricket world. But the announcement witnessed a major change as Canada named a new captain.
Under Dilpreet Bajwa’s leadership, the nation is eyeing a successful outing. Banking on experience, the selectors have packed the squad with proven names to gain an early edge. With stars like Saad Bin Zafar, Kaleem Sana, and Nicholas Kirton in the mix, the side looks primed to light up the big stage.
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Canada blow away the regional qualifier with brutal dominance
Before Canada stepped into the T20 World Cup stage, the world witnessed Canada’s dominance on the Americas’ regional qualifier stage. Winning all six matches, they showcased authority in every department. That flawless run sealed their ticket to the T20 World Cup 2026 in style.
In the last match, they faced Bermuda and registered a convincing victory. While restricting the opponent to just 131 runs, Kaleem Sana and Saad Bin Zafar grabbed attention with their exceptional bowling. Adding to their domination, Dilon Heyliger’s double blow deepened their woes.
While chasing down the total, Yuvraj Samra and Dilpreet Bajwa gave a great start, and the rest of the lineup just carried on the momentum. Chasing down the total in 16 overs, they registered a six-wicket win, sealing their place in the T20 World Cup.
Canada to begin their T20 World Cup journey with a battle vs South Africa
As the tournament is going live on February 7, Canada will play their first match against South Africa on 9th February. Being placed in group D, they will face the UAE, New Zealand, and Afghanistan later in the tournament.
In the last edition of the tournament, Canada ended up with a heartbreak. With a new tournament around the corner, the team is eager to turn the page and script a strong comeback from that setback.
Canada’s T20 World Cup 2026: Dilpreet Bajwa (C), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Buttar, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva, Yuvraj Samra.
