digital desk- The much-awaited match between India and Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 will be played at R.K. Stadium in Colombo on Sunday. Being played at Premadasa Stadium. Pakistan won the toss and decided to bowl first. There can be a tough competition between the two teams in the high-voltage match.
From boycott to U-turn
Before the tournament, Pakistan had announced boycott of the match against India in solidarity with Bangladesh. However, after a few days, after long talks between the International Cricket Council, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Cricket Board, Pakistan changed its decision and agreed to play the match. After the mediation of ICC, the situation became normal and the fans’ wait for this big match ended.
Pitch report: Less hope for high scores
The pitch at Premadasa Stadium is generally considered slow, which favors spin bowlers. On this very ground, Zimbabwe had created a big upset by defeating Australia. In such a situation, it is expected that this match will not be very high-scoring and the role of bowlers will be important. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav has confirmed that opener Abhishek Sharma will be included in the playing eleven against Pakistan.
India’s dominance in T20 World Cup
The Indian national cricket team has had the upper hand in the history of the T20 World Cup. So far 8 matches have been played between the two teams, out of which India has won 7, while Pakistan has got success only once. Pakistan defeated India by 10 wickets in the 2021 World Cup. In the last World Cup, India had registered a thrilling victory by defeating Pakistan by 6 runs.
Performance in current tournament
Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, India made a strong start by defeating America by 29 runs and Namibia by 93 runs. On the other hand, under the captaincy of Salman Ali Aga, Pakistan national cricket team has defeated Netherlands by 3 wickets and America by 32 runs.
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