Last Updated on February 15, 2026 10:34 pm by INDIAN AWAAZ
Sports Desk
India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match played at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium. This victory helped India qualify for the Super 8 stage of the tournament.
Colombo/New Delhi: The much-awaited India vs Pakistan T20 showdown once again lived up to its hype, as India delivered a dominant performance to defeat Pakistan in convincing fashion, sending Indian cricket fans into celebrations across the country. The match turned into a complete display of Indian supremacy, with the team excelling in batting, bowling, and fielding.
Winning the toss, India opted to bat first and started aggressively. The openers laid a solid foundation, while the middle-order maintained the momentum with quick runs and timely boundaries. India managed to post a challenging total, putting Pakistan under pressure right from the start.
Pakistan’s bowlers tried to contain the scoring rate, but India’s batters showed composure and attacking intent, ensuring the scoreboard kept moving.
Indian Bowling Dominates
Pakistan’s chase never really took off. Indian pacers struck early, dismissing key top-order batters and putting Pakistan on the back foot. The middle-order struggled to rebuild, and India’s spinners tightened the grip during the middle overs.
In the death overs, Indian bowlers finished strongly, picking wickets at regular intervals and crushing Pakistan’s hopes of a comeback.
Fielding Makes the Difference
India’s fielding was another highlight of the match. Sharp catches, quick run-outs, and energetic ground fielding increased the pressure on Pakistan, making their chase even more difficult.
With this win, India not only strengthened its position in the tournament standings but also sent a clear message to other teams that Team India is a serious title contender.
Pakistan, on the other hand, now faces a tough road ahead and will need to bounce back strongly in the upcoming matches to stay alive in the tournament.
After the win, celebrations erupted in several cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Lucknow. Fans were seen waving flags, bursting crackers, and chanting slogans in support of Team India.
Post-Match Reactions
The Indian captain praised the team effort, saying: “This was not just a match, it was a test of our mindset and teamwork, and we delivered under pressure.”
Pakistan’s captain admitted the team fell short and said improvements were needed, especially in batting.
Once again, the India-Pakistan rivalry proved why it is one of the biggest spectacles in world cricket. India’s all-round performance sealed a memorable win, while Pakistan will need to regroup quickly to avoid further setbacks.