The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 delivers another high-profile chapter in cricket’s most intense rivalry as India take on Pakistan in Match 27 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 15.
Whenever these two sides meet, the contest extends beyond points and qualification scenarios. With both teams unbeaten so far in Group A, this fixture carries direct implications for Super Eight qualification and group leadership.
Team Form Guide
India
India began their campaign with convincing performances against USA and Namibia. The batting group has looked aggressive at the top, while the bowling unit has maintained control in both powerplay and death overs. Another victory would virtually secure their passage into the next stage.
Pakistan
Pakistan have also won both of their matches, edging past the Netherlands before delivering a disciplined display against USA. Their pace attack continues to be their primary weapon, especially in Colombo’s helpful conditions.
India vs Pakistan Match 27th Details
| Match | India vs Pakistan – Match 27 |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
| Time (IST) | 7:00 PM |
| Venue | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar (App & Website) |
Pitch & Conditions Report – Colombo
The R. Premadasa surface has shown assistance for bowlers under lights during recent fixtures. Teams batting second have generally benefited from dew and improved stroke play conditions later in the evening.
Key observations:
- Early movement for seamers
- Grip for spinners in middle overs
- Dew factor likely in second innings
- Chasing preferred strategy
Rain forecasts suggest slight interruptions could be possible.
IND vs PAK Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Matches Played | 16 |
| IND Wins | 12 |
| PAK Wins | 3 |
| No Results | 1 |
Probable Playing XIs
India Team : Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (CAP), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy
Pakistan Team : Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Agha Salman (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Tariq, Salman Mirza
Key Players to Watch
Likely Impact Batter – Abhishek Sharma
The left-handed opener has shown the ability to accelerate early in the innings. If fully fit, his approach inside the powerplay could shape India’s momentum.
Likely Impact Bowler – Usman Tariq
The off-spinner’s variations could be important on a surface offering grip. Controlling India’s middle order will be central to Pakistan’s strategy.
Match Outlook
Both sides possess depth and match-winners across departments. India’s recent dominance in T20 World Cup meetings provides psychological advantage, but Pakistan’s pace strength and tactical flexibility make this evenly poised.
IND vs PAK 27th March Preiction : WhoWill Win Today's ?
- Team India Will Win Today Match Winner 🏆
India appear slightly better placed heading into this contest. With a balanced batting lineup and a disciplined bowling attack capable of adapting to Colombo conditions, they hold a marginal edge over Pakistan in this encounter.
