‘No semi-finals… straight to the final!’ Pakistani stars made big claim before the match against Namibia

PAK vs NAM: Pakistan team is facing pressure in T20 World Cup 2026. The team has to play its last group match against Namibia in Colombo today, 18 February 2026. If Pakistan wins then the place in Super 8 will be confirmed. The team has played three matches so far, in which it won over Netherlands and America, but lost to India by 61 runs. In such a situation, this match is do or die for Pakistan.

Shadab and Nawaz’s confidence

The team’s leading all-rounders Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz have given a big statement before the match. When they were asked whether the team would be able to reach the semi-finals, both of them replied in one voice, "Not the semi-finals… the final, Inshallah!" He clearly said that his aim is not just to progress but to reach the finals and win the trophy. This statement shows the strong confidence present within the team.

Pakistan’s performance

Pakistan started the tournament on a great note. Won against Netherlands by 3 wickets, where the team showed composure under pressure. The win against America by 32 runs strengthened the position in the group. But the defeat against India shocked the team.

Despite this, the players are positive in the dressing room. He believes that a good win in the T20 format can change everything. For your information, Pakistan has already made a comeback from difficult situations in big tournaments.

What will happen against Namibia?

Namibia has not won any match so far. He is at the bottom of the group. This is an opportunity for Pakistan to show their strength and enter the Super 8. The match will be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo. The team captain and players are considering this match as very important. This claim of players like Shadab and Nawaz is filling the team with enthusiasm.

Now everyone’s eyes are on this match, which is going to start shortly. This confidence of Pakistan will be visible on the field and it will soon become clear that they will move towards the final. Pakistan cricket fans hope that the team will do wonders this time.