India face Pakistan in the 27th Match of Group A of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM local time.
With Colombo’s weather forecast predicting showers, fans are hopeful the venue’s efficient drainage system will ensure uninterrupted play.
India vs Pakistan: Team News and Strategy
India enters the contest with confidence, having dominated Pakistan in recent encounters, including a 3-0 sweep in the Asia Cup.
Captain Suryakumar Yadav emphasized that his team views the clash as “just another game,” though the intensity of the rivalry suggests otherwise.
Abhishek Sharma’s expected return strengthens India’s opening lineup, while Kuldeep Yadav could be a key inclusion to counter Pakistan’s spin-heavy attack.
Pakistan, led by Salman Agha, is banking on its spinners to unsettle India. Mystery spinner Usman Tariq has been hailed as their trump card, with the team likely to field five spinners alongside pace spearhead Shaheen Afridi.
Agha acknowledged the pressure of leading a side representing “250–260 million people,” but expressed confidence in his team’s preparation.
Pak vs Ind T20 World Cup 2026 Live Streaming: Where to Watch
Viewers in Pakistan can watch the match live on PTV Sports and Ten Sports with a live stream on the Tamasha website and app.
India: Star Sports Network (TV) and Disney+ Hotstar (Streaming)
Pakistan: PTV Sports and Ten Sports, with live streaming on Tamasha.com TV
USA: Willow TV (TV) and Willow TV YouTube (Streaming)
UK: Sky Sports Cricket (TV) and Sky Go (Streaming)
Australia: Fox Sports (TV) and Kayo Sports (Streaming)
Colombo Conditions and Rivalry Context
Pakistan has been based in Colombo for over two weeks, acclimatizing to local conditions, while India arrived just a day before the match.
However, both teams will be playing at the R. Premadasa Stadium for the first time in this World Cup, leveling the playing field.
Historically, India holds a commanding record against Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounters, with 13 wins to Pakistan’s 3, including a 7-1 dominance overall.
When India meets Pakistan, it’s never just a game! 🇮🇳🔥
With pride in every stride, #TeamIndia look to repeat history and make it 8-1 vs Pakistan! 👊💙
ICC Men's #T20WorldCup 👉 #INDvPAK | SUN, 15th FEB, 6 PM pic.twitter.com/Y7Qd2REF8R
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 15, 2026
As Suryakumar Yadav noted, “Yes, there will be pressure, there will be nerves, butterflies in the stomach when we start the game tomorrow.
But yeah, at the same time, there’s no fun to play cricket without pressure.” With rain clouds hovering over Colombo, fans await another chapter in cricket’s most storied rivalry.
