India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in Colombo to reach the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s
India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in a Group A match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on 15 February 2026, confirming a place in the Super 8s.
Summary
India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in a Group A match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on 15 February 2026, confirming a place in the Super 8s. Sent in after Pakistan won the toss, India made 175 for 7 in 20 overs, led by opener Ishan Kishan's 77 off 40 balls. Pakistan were bowled out for 114 in 18 overs, with Usman Khan top-scoring on 44. Kishan was named Player of the Match.
Key facts
- Date and place
- 15 February 2026, R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Tournament
- ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Group A
- Scores
- India 175/7 (20 overs); Pakistan 114 (18 overs)
- Result
- India won by 61 runs; qualified for Super 8s
- Top scorer
- Ishan Kishan 77 off 40 balls
- Player of the Match
- Ishan Kishan
Practice MCQs 3 questions
By what margin did India beat Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 match in Colombo on 15 February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 61 runs
India made 175/7 and bowled Pakistan out for 114 to win by 61 runs.
Who was the Player of the Match in the India–Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match on 15 February 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan scored 77 off 40 balls and was named Player of the Match.
At which stadium was the India–Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match played on 15 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
The Group A match was played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.