The cricket world is ready to grind to a halt on Sunday, February 15, 2026, as the ultimate rivalry resumes. Pakistan and India will face off in their Group A fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Both teams enter the fray with unbeaten records in the tournament, making this more than just a match—it’s a battle for the top spot in the group and a ticket to the Super 8s.

📊 Head-to-Head: T20 World Cup History

Before tomorrow's epic showdown, it is essential to look at the history between these two giants in T20 World Cup events. While Pakistan has been a dominant force in world cricket, India has historically held the upper hand in this specific tournament.

T20 World Cup Summary

Year-by-Year Results

🏟️ Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

The marquee Group A fixture is confirmed for the iconic R. Premadasa International Stadium (RPS) in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Capacity: 35,000 spectators.
The Pitch: Known as a spin-friendly surface, the Premadasa track is expected to be slow and grippy. This puts the spotlight on mystery spinners like India's Varun Chakravarthy and Pakistan's "trump card" Usman Tariq.
Weather Alert: Forecasts suggest a 50–65% chance of rain on match day. Scattered thunderstorms could lead to a delayed start.

🎟️ Ticket & Travel Frenzy: A Complete Sell-Out

The demand for this fixture has been unprecedented. Even with a smaller capacity compared to Indian stadiums, the craze is at an all-time high.

Sold Out: Official tickets were sold out within minutes. The secondary market is seeing individual passes trading for as high as $800 USD.
Hotel Status: Colombo has become a "fortress," with hotels fully booked months in advance.

📺 Where to Watch: Live Broadcasting Details

Fans across the globe can catch the "Mother of All Battles" live through the following official broadcasters:

⚔️ Key Matchups & Players to Watch

Sahibzada Farhan vs. Jasprit Bumrah: Farhan has been Pakistan’s best batter this week, but facing Bumrah’s toe-crushers under the lights will be his ultimate test.
Suryakumar Yadav vs. Usman Tariq: India’s captain has called Tariq’s unique "pause and sling" action an "out of syllabus question."

📅 Match Schedule

Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Toss: 6:30 PM IST / 6:00 PM PKT
Match Start: 7:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM PKT

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