The biggest rivalry in sports takes center stage as India and Pakistan face off in a high-stakes Group A clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. After dominant wins against the USA and Namibia, the “Men in Blue” are looking to secure their Super 8 spot. Meanwhile, Pakistan, led by Salman Ali Agha, enters the match with momentum after defeating the USA, making this a battle for the top spot in the group.
How to Watch: Live Streaming & TV Channels
Fans can catch the “El Clasico” of cricket in stunning 4K resolution. Here is your global viewing guide:Region Official Broadcaster Streaming Platform
India Star Sports Network JioHotstar App & Website
Pakistan PTV Sports / Ten Sports Tamasha / Myco App
UK & Ireland Sky Sports Cricket Sky Go / NOW
USA & Canada Willow TV Willow TV / Sling TV
Australia Fox Sports Kayo Sports
Viewing Note: In India, the match features a star-studded commentary panel in Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Mobile users can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app.
🗓️ Match Details: IND vs PAK
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Match: India vs. Pakistan (Group A)
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Date: February 15, 2026
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Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Time: 7:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM PKT (Toss at 6:30 PM IST)
Squads and Key Players
Team India: The Defending Champions
Suryakumar Yadav’s men have been clinical so far. All eyes are on whether the world’s #1 T20 batter, Abhishek Sharma, returns to the lineup after missing the Namibia game due to illness.
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Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Axar Patel (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ishan Kishan (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj.
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Key Players: Suryakumar Yadav (Current form: 84* vs USA), Jasprit Bumrah, and Varun Chakaravarthy (World No. 1 T20 bowler).
Team Pakistan: The Resurgent Falcons
Pakistan has opted for a fresh look under captain Salman Ali Agha. Their pace attack remains their greatest weapon, while their spin twins are finding grip on Sri Lankan tracks.
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Squad: Salman Ali Agha (C), Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Sahibzada Farhan (WK), Khawaja Nafay, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq.
Key Players: Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi (New-ball specialist), and Sahibzada Farhan (Top scorer with 120 runs in 2 games).
Expert Insight: The Colombo Factor
The R. Premadasa Stadium is known for its electric atmosphere and pitches that offer a balanced contest.
Pitch Report: The surface typically favors spinners in the middle overs, but the new ball will swing under the lights. Dew is expected to play a major factor in the second innings.
Weather Alert: There is a 60% chance of scattered thunderstorms in Colombo on Sunday. Fans should prepare for potential rain delays, though the stadium’s excellent drainage system usually ensures play resumes quickly
Tactical Battle: Watch the opening spell of Shaheen Afridi against India’s top order—this 6-over window often decides the fate of the game.
Final Thoughts
This isn’t just a game; it’s a spectacle that stops the world. With both teams unbeaten in the tournament, the winner will almost certainly march into the Super 8s as the Group A leader. Will India’s clinical depth prevail, or will Pakistan’s unpredictable flair pull off a Colombo heist?
