- The highly awaited T20 World Cup 2026 match between India and Pakistan will proceed according to its planned schedule. The situation became uncertain when Pakistan showed unwillingness to compete. Pakistan made a commitment to compete after the ICC stepped in to resolve the situation. The match will take place in Colombo on February 15.
- The India–Pakistan match shows strong ability to draw viewers. Fans begin discussions several days in advance. The recent tensions between countries have made people more interested in this match. The T20 World Cup results show India has a strong record against Pakistan.
India’s Dominance in T20 World Cups
- The T20 World Cup has reached nine tournaments since its first event in 2007. The two teams have competed against each other in the tournament on eight separate occasions. India has won seven matches. Pakistan won one match which took place in 2021.
- The two teams have engaged in 16 T20 International matches against each other. India has won 13 matches while Pakistan has won three matches. The two teams faced each other twice during the 2007 T20 World Cup. India won both matches including the final and secured its first T20 World Cup title.
- India achieved an eight wicket victory over Pakistan during their 2012 T20 World Cup Super-8 match in Colombo. The upcoming 2026 match will also take place in Colombo.
- India scored 119 runs when Pakistan bowled them out during the 2024 T20 World Cup match. India successfully defended their low score to win the match. Jasprit Bumrah achieved 3 wickets while allowing only 14 runs and Hardik Pandya achieved 2 wickets while allowing 24 runs. India won the match by six runs.
Key Performers Against Pakistan
- Among current Indian players, Tilak Verma has scored 130 runs in three T20I innings against Pakistan, the highest among active squad members. Overall, Virat Kohli leads the run chart with 492 runs in 11 matches against Pakistan in T20Is.
- Hardik Pandya has taken the most wickets for India against Pakistan in T20Is. He has claimed 15 wickets, with a best performance of 3 wickets for 8 runs.
- India enters the 2026 contest with a strong historical record and consistent performances against its long-time rival.
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