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India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026: Ishan Kishan’s Blitzkrieg Scripts Dominant 61-Run Victory
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo was buzzing on February 15, 2026, as it always does for an India-Pakistan clash. Under lights and in humid conditions, the crowd—split between blue and green—created an atmosphere that felt bigger than the game itself. In the end, though, it was India who turned the hype into a one-sided thrashing, winning by 61 runs and booking their spot in the Super 8s.
The scorecard reads India 175/7, Pakistan 114 all out in 18 overs. But the real story was India’s complete performance: bold batting when it mattered, and ruthless bowling that never let Pakistan breathe.
Toss and Early Strategy
Pakistan captain Salman Agha called correctly and chose to bowl first, banking on dew and the chance to chase. It looked like a reasonable call on a slow, gripping pitch that helped spinners. India, however, came prepared. They handed openings to Abhishek Sharma and brought back Kuldeep Yadav, showing they planned to go hard from the start rather than play it safe.
India’s Batting: Kishan Takes Charge
Things didn’t go smoothly at first. Abhishek Sharma departed for a duck in the opening over, miscuing a pull off Saim Ayub straight to Shaheen Shah Afridi at mid-on. At 1/1, the Indian fans went quiet for a moment.
Then Ishan Kishan walked in and changed everything.
He played one of those innings that remind you why T20 is so thrilling. Facing a barrage of spin (Pakistan used six spinners at one point), Kishan attacked without recklessness. His 77 came off just 40 balls—full of clean pulls, drives through the covers, and disdain for anything short or full. He reached his fifty in 27 balls, keeping the run rate ticking over even as wickets fell around him.
When Saim Ayub finally bowled him in the 9th over with a sharp spinner, India were 88/2 and well on top. Kishan’s knock forced constant field changes and gave the middle order breathing room.
The innings wobbled briefly after that. Tilak Varma made a promising 25 before being trapped LBW by Ayub. Hardik Pandya fell for a golden duck, slicing a catch to Babar Azam. At 126/4 in the 15th over, 150 looked possible but not certain.
Suryakumar Yadav steadied things with a gritty 32 off 29—more about anchoring than fireworks, which was exactly what was needed. Shivam Dube chipped in with a quick 27 off 17, muscling boundaries and running hard. Rinku Singh finished unbeaten on 11 as India reached 175/7.
Saim Ayub was Pakistan’s best bowler with 3/25, but the rest—Shaheen (1/31), Mohammad Nawaz (0/28)—struggled to contain the aggression.
Pakistan’s Chase: Crumbling Early
Chasing 176 on this pitch was always tough against India’s attack. They needed a solid platform, but it never came.
Hardik Pandya struck first in the powerplay, with Sahibzada Farhan holing out to mid-on for a duck. Then Jasprit Bumrah produced a beauty—a late-swinging yorker that trapped Saim Ayub plumb in front. Even the review couldn’t save him. 6/2.
Bumrah wasn’t finished. Next over, he had Salman Agha caught at mid-on by Pandya. 13/3, and the game was slipping away fast.
Axar Patel joined the party, bowling Babar Azam through the gate with a quick dart. 34/4.
Usman Khan offered some fight with a stubborn 44 off 34 (six boundaries and a six), but he had no real support. The required rate climbed, and desperation kicked in.
Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy spun a tight web in the middle overs. Kuldeep got Mohammad Nawaz, Varun trapped Abrar Ahmed LBW. India’s fielding stayed sharp—Dube took two good catches in the deep, Rinku was everywhere.
Hardik returned to polish off the tail, bowling Usman Tariq to end it. Pakistan folded for 114 in 18 overs.
Standout Performers
- Ishan Kishan (Player of the Match): His 77 set the tone. Aggressive from ball one, perfect balance of risk and control.
- Jasprit Bumrah: 2/17 in his short spell. Those powerplay wickets broke Pakistan’s spine.
- Axar Patel: 2/29, including Babar’s key scalp. Controlled the middle overs brilliantly.
Scorecard for the India vs Pakistan match from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Match 27, Group A)
Here is the complete and properly formatted scorecard for the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match:
India Innings
Total: 175/7 (20 Overs, RR: 8.75)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishan Kishan | b Saim Ayub | 77 | 40 | 10 | 3 | 192.50 |
| Abhishek Sharma | c Shaheen Afridi b Salman Agha | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tilak Varma | lbw b Saim Ayub | 25 | 24 | 2 | 1 | 104.16 |
| Suryakumar Yadav (c) | c Saim Ayub b Usman Tariq | 32 | 29 | 3 | 0 | 110.34 |
| Hardik Pandya | c Babar Azam b Saim Ayub | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Shivam Dube | run out (Mohammad Nawaz/Usman Khan) | 27 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 158.82 |
| Rinku Singh | not out | 11 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 275.00 |
| Axar Patel | c Saim Ayub b Shaheen Shah Afridi | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 3 | |||||
| TOTAL | 175/7 |
Fall of Wickets:
1-1 (Abhishek Sharma, 0.6 ov), 2-88 (Ishan Kishan, 8.4 ov), 3-126 (Tilak Varma, 14.2 ov), 4-126 (Hardik Pandya, 14.3 ov), 5-159 (Suryakumar Yadav, 18.5 ov), 6-175 (Shivam Dube, 19.5 ov), 7-175 (Axar Patel, 19.6 ov).
Bowling (Pakistan):
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saim Ayub | 4 | 0 | 25 | 3 | 6.25 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | 2 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 15.50 |
| Usman Tariq | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 6.00 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 4 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Salman Agha | 2 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 5.00 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 3 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 12.66 |
| Shadab Khan | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 17.00 |
Pakistan Innings
Total: 114 all out (18 Overs, RR: 6.33)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | c Rinku Singh b Hardik Pandya | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Saim Ayub | lbw b Jasprit Bumrah | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 300.00 |
| Salman Agha (c) | c Hardik Pandya b Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Babar Azam | b Axar Patel | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Usman Khan | st Ishan Kishan b Axar Patel | 44 | 34 | 6 | 1 | 129.41 |
| Shadab Khan | c Shivam Dube b Tilak Varma | 14 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 93.33 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | c Shivam Dube b Kuldeep Yadav | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Faheem Ashraf | c Rinku Singh b Varun Chakravarthy | 10 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | not out | 23 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 121.05 |
| Abrar Ahmed | lbw b Varun Chakravarthy | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Usman Tariq | b Hardik Pandya | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 4 | |||||
| TOTAL | 114 |
Fall of Wickets:
1-0 (Sahibzada Farhan, 0.4 ov), 2-6 (Saim Ayub, 1.2 ov), 3-13 (Salman Agha, 1.6 ov), 4-34 (Babar Azam, 4.5 ov), 5-73 (Usman Khan, 10.4 ov), 6-78 (Mohammad Nawaz, 11.4 ov), 7-78 (Shadab Khan, 12.1 ov), 8-97 (Faheem Ashraf, 15.3 ov), 9-97 (Abrar Ahmed, 15.4 ov), 10-114 (Usman Tariq, 17.6 ov).
Bowling (India):
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardik Pandya | 3 | 1 | 16 | 2 | 5.33 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 2 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 8.50 |
| Axar Patel | 4 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 3 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 5.66 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 3 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 4.66 |
| Tilak Varma | 2 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 5.50 |
| Rinku Singh | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9.00 |
Match Summary
- Result: India won by 61 runs.
- Player of the Match: Ishan Kishan for his 77 off 40 balls.
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Result: India won by 61 runs (India 175/7 in 20 overs; Pakistan 114 all out in 18 overs). Toss: Pakistan won the toss and elected to field first. Player of the Match: Ishan Kishan (India) – 77 off 40 balls. Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (slow, spin-friendly pitch under lights). Umpires: Kumar Dharmasena (SL), Richard Illingworth (ENG), Chris Gaffaney (NZ). This was India’s biggest win by runs over Pakistan in T20Is and extended their T20 World Cup record against Pakistan to 8-1.
Key Notes:
- India’s powerplay: 52/1 in 6 overs – strong start despite early Abhishek wicket.
- Kishan’s innings was the standout: aggressive yet controlled on a slow pitch.
- Pakistan collapsed to 34/4 in the powerplay – Bumrah and Pandya set the tone.
- No Pakistan batter reached 50; Usman Khan’s 44 was the highest score.
- India qualified for the Super 8s with this win.
For the official ball-by-ball and detailed stats, check the full scorecard on ESPNcricinfo or the ICC website.
What a performance from Team India – Kishan was on fire!
What Worked for India
India didn’t panic after early losses—they attacked. Bumrah’s second powerplay over was a game-changer. Smart spin rotations kept batters guessing, and aggressive fields piled on pressure.
Pakistan’s Struggles
Lengths were off for most bowlers except Ayub. Top order collapsed under swing and pace. No partnerships meant constant wickets, killing any momentum.
Group A Picture
India top the group with 6 points from 3 games and a strong net run rate (+3.05-ish range). They’re through to the Super 8s comfortably.
Pakistan have 4 points from 3, with a negative NRR. They need wins in remaining matches and some help elsewhere to stay alive.
This India-Pakistan clash delivered drama, but mostly one-way traffic. India looked sharp and confident—exactly the kind of form you want in a World Cup. Pakistan will need to regroup quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions: India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026
Who won the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match?
India won by 61 runs.
What were the scores in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15?
India posted 175/7; Pakistan were bowled out for 114.
Who got Player of the Match in IND vs PAK 2026?
Ishan Kishan for his 77 off 40 balls.
Where was the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026?
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
What was the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 scoreboard?
In the highly anticipated clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 scoreboard reflected a dominant performance by the Men in Blue.
India’s Innings: India posted a competitive total of 175/7 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a blitzkrieg from Ishan Kishan, with valuable contributions from Suryakumar Yadav (32) and Shivam Dube (27).
Pakistan’s Innings: In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure. They were bundled out for just 114 in 18 overs.
Result: India won by a massive margin of 61 runs.
This scoreboard highlights India’s superiority in both batting and bowling departments on the big stage.
How many runs did Ishan Kishan score in the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match?
The defining moment of the match was undoubtedly the Ishan Kishan innings vs Pakistan. The explosive southpaw played a match-winning knock of 77 runs off just 40 balls.
Kishan’s innings was characterized by aggressive stroke play, as he reached his half-century in just 27 balls. He dismantled the Pakistani bowling attack, particularly targeting the spinners, to set up a platform for India’s 175-run total. His fearless approach earned him the Player of the Match award and was the primary difference between the two sides.
Who was the Player of the Match in the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 game?
Ishan Kishan was named the Player of the Match for his spectacular batting performance.
In high-pressure encounters like India vs Pakistan, early momentum is crucial, and Kishan provided exactly that. His 77-run knock completely shifted the momentum in India’s favor after the early loss of Abhishek Sharma. His ability to counter-attack against Pakistan’s pacers and dominate their spinners ensured India reached a winning total, making him the undisputed standout performer of the day.
What were the key bowling performances in the India vs India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match?
The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match report isn’t complete without mentioning the bowlers who sealed the victory.
Jasprit Bumrah (India): The pace spearhead broke Pakistan’s back early, finishing with figures of 2/17. His dismissal of Saim Ayub with a lethal yorker was the highlight of the second innings.
Saim Ayub (Pakistan): Despite ending on the losing side, Ayub was the pick of the Pakistani bowlers, claiming 3/25 and troubling the Indian top order.
Axar Patel (India): Providing crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs, Patel took 2/29, including the prized wicket of Babar Azam.
Hardik Pandya (India): The all-rounder cleaned up the tail, finishing with 2/16, ensuring Pakistan couldn’t stage a late recovery.
Where can I find the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match report and highlights?
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How does this win affect India’s standing in Group A of the T20 World Cup 2026?
This decisive 61-run victory has massive implications for the Group A points table.
India: With this win, India solidifies their position at the top of Group A. They now have 6 points from 3 matches and boast a very healthy Net Run Rate (NRR) of +3.05, virtually guaranteeing their spot in the Super 8s.
Pakistan: The loss leaves Pakistan in a precarious position. Stuck on 4 points with a negative NRR (-0.403), they face a must-win situation in their remaining fixtures to keep their tournament hopes alive.
