The Emirates D10 2026 season continues with a competitive encounter as Ajman faces Fujairah at the Seven Districts Ground. This match carries significant psychological weight following Ajman’s dominance over Fujairah in the early-2026 edition where they secured two consecutive victories.
Ajman enters the tournament looking to leverage their recent head-to-head advantage, while Fujairah aims to reset after a difficult end to their previous T10 campaign. With both squads now confirmed, the focus shifts to how the teams adapt to the balanced conditions in Ajman.
Match Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Emirates D10 2026 |
| Match | Ajman vs Fujairah (Match 2) |
| Date | September 28, 2026 |
| Time | 2:15 PM UTC / 6:45 PM IST |
| Venue | Seven Districts Ground, Ajman |
Team News & Probable XIs
Ajman
Ajman’s squad remains centered around the prolific Junaid Shamzu and top-order batter Adnan Ul Mulk. Their bowling attack is bolstered by the experience of Zeeshan Naseer. The squad appears settled, focusing on the core that provided success in the January/February window earlier this year.
Probable XI: Adnan Ul Mulk, Junaid Shamzu, Salman Shahid (WK), Moazzam Hayat, Saghir Khan, Muhammad Aftab Javed, Raheel Ali, Zeeshan Naseer, Muzamil Qasim, Syed Amin, Ankur Sangwan.
Fujairah
Fujairah has seen a notable roster shift with Sabir Ali, who previously represented Ajman, now featuring in their bowling ranks. Mayank Chaudhary remains the focal point of their batting order, supported by Mohit Kalyan. They will be looking to translate their recent 50-over form into the shorter format.
Probable XI: Mayank Chaudhary (WK), Mohit Kalyan, Aryan Saxena, Raees Ahmed Ayan, Harshit Kaushik, Sanjay Pahal, Keshav Sharma, Nabeel Aziz, Sabir Ali, Sumeet Singh Gosain, Rohit Rathee.
Recent Form
Ajman: L, L, W, W, L
Fujairah: L, L, L, L, W
While Ajman has a mixed record in their last five outings, their two wins came specifically against Fujairah in the early 2026 edition. Fujairah has struggled for consistency in the T10 format, losing four of their last five matches, though they have performed well in other formats recently.
Pitch & Conditions
The Seven Districts Ground is known for being a balanced track. In T10 cricket, the short boundaries often lead to high-scoring games, though seamers may find slight early movement under clear skies. The average first-innings score at this venue is approximately 105. With temperatures expected around 32-34°C and 0% chance of rain, the conditions will be physically demanding but excellent for batting.
Key Players & Match-ups
- Junaid Shamzu (Ajman): The leading run-scorer for Ajman in the last edition (318 runs), he is critical to their top-order stability.
- Mayank Chaudhary (Fujairah): A consistent performer who amassed 395 runs last season, his ability to exploit the powerplay is vital for Fujairah.
- Ankur Sangwan (Ajman): Boasting a high batting average of 44.0 in historical encounters against Fujairah, he remains a tactical threat.
- Sabir Ali (Fujairah): Now bowling against his former side, his knowledge of Ajman’s batters could be a deciding factor.
Suggested Fantasy XI
This team is based on current form and historical performance. Final selections should be adjusted after the toss and official XI announcement.
- Wicketkeepers: Mayank Chaudhary (C), Salman Shahid
- Batters: Adnan Ul Mulk, Mohit Kalyan, Aryan Saxena
- All-rounders: Junaid Shamzu (VC), Raees Ahmed Ayan, Saghir Khan
- Bowlers: Ankur Sangwan, Sabir Ali, Zeeshan Naseer
Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Ajman enters this contest as the favorites. Their 2-0 record against Fujairah in the early 2026 edition provides a strong psychological foundation. While Fujairah possesses dangerous individual players like Mayank Chaudhary, Ajman’s balanced bowling attack and the top-order reliability of Junaid Shamzu give them the stronger case for Match 2. We expect Ajman to secure a victory if they can navigate Fujairah’s new-look bowling attack early in the innings.
