India vs. Pakistan T20 World Cup
India secures a dominant 61-run victory over Pakistan in Colombo. Riding on a powerful performance by Ishan Kishan and a disciplined bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah, India remains unbeaten in the tournament while Pakistan’s path to the Super Eights becomes increasingly difficult.
In a masterclass of clinical T20 cricket, India dismantled Pakistan by 61 runs at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday, February 15, 2026. This victory not only secured India’s spot in the Super Eight stage with a perfect 3–0 record but also marked their largest-ever win by runs against their arch-rivals in T20 Internationals.
The Batting Blitz: Ishan Kishan’s Dominance
Despite an early setback when opener Abhishek Sharma fell for a duck in the first over, Ishan Kishan single-handedly shifted the momentum.
The Knock: Kishan smashed a “supersonic” 77 off just 40 balls, featuring 10 boundaries and 3 sixes.
Key Partnership: He anchored an 87-run stand with Tilak Varma (25), taking India to a commanding position of 82/1 within the first 8 overs.
Late Surge: While the middle order faced some resistance from Pakistan’s spinners, late cameos from Suryakumar Yadav (32) and Shivam Dube (27) pushed India to a formidable total of 175/7.
The Bowling Masterclass: Pakistan’s Collapse
Pakistan’s chase never found its rhythm, crumbling under the relentless pressure of India’s varied bowling attack.
Early Inroads: Hardik Pandya opened with a wicket-maiden, dismissing Sahibzada Farhan, while Jasprit Bumrah (2/17) struck twice in his first over to leave Pakistan reeling at 13/3.
Spin Stranglehold: Axar Patel (2/29) clean-bowled Babar Azam for just 5, effectively ending Pakistan’s hopes. Varun Chakravarthy (2/17) and Kuldeep Yadav (1/14) ensured there was no middle-order recovery.
Final Result: Pakistan was bundled out for 114 in 18 overs, with Usman Khan (44) being the only notable contributor.
Quick Stats
Player of the Match: Ishan Kishan (77 runs off 40 balls)
India’s T20 WC Record vs. PAK: 8 wins – 1 loss
Bowling Figures: Hardik Pandya (2/16), Jasprit Bumrah (2/17), Varun Chakravarthy (2/17).
