IND vs PAK Match Prediction : 27th Match, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2026
IND vs PAK Win Probability
100%
Pakistan
India To Win, 1.33
India has a psychological stranglehold on this fixture, winning 7 of the 8 T20 World Cup encounters against Pakistan. It also won all three matches against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.
Pakistan has the advantage of being familiar with the conditions in Colombo, something that could play a big role.
Rain is expected during this match which could bring DLS into play. A shortened match can swing very quickly in just a few overs.
IND vs PAK Betting Tips
Ishan Kishan to score over 24.5 runs
Ishan Kishan is currently in a purple patch, having established himself as a reliable force at the top of the order. He has crossed the 25-run mark in 4 of his last 5 innings, a run that includes two half-centuries and a century. Given his current confidence and ability to attack the powerplay, backing him to clear this modest line is a high-value selection.
Total wickets over 13.5
The R. Premadasa Stadium is gaining a reputation as a graveyard for batters in this tournament. The surface is sluggish, offering significant assistance to spinners and slower bowlers. Statistics back this up: both matches played here so far have seen 14 or more wickets fall. With both India and Pakistan boasting elite spin attacks, we expect the batters to struggle, making the "Over" on total wickets a strong play.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
India
Pakistan
The "Mother of All Battles", at least for the fans, takes center stage this weekend as India locks horns with arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-voltage Group A fixture. With bragging rights and Super 8 positioning on the line, the two Asian giants will face off on Sunday at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
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India vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Record
India has enjoyed total dominance in recent years, winning each of the last 5 T20 Internationals played against Pakistan. It also holds a 7-1 record against Pakistan in the T20 World Cups.
India vs Pakistan Live-streaming and Broadcast
| Country | TV Channel | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network | Disney+ Hotstar App |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports | Myco App, Tamasha App |
| Australia | — | Amazon Prime Video |
| England (UK) | Sky Sports (Cricket/Main Event) | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz App |
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now, Sky Go |
| Sri Lanka | Maharaja TV (TV1, Sirasa, Shakti) | ICC.tv / Maharaja TV Website |
| Bangladesh | Nagorik TV | Toffee |
| UAE & MENA | CricLife MAX | StarzPlay, StarzON |
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IND vs PAK Team Previews
India
India arrives in Colombo confident after an emphatic victory over Namibia on Thursday, sitting pretty at the top of the table. A win here would all but guarantee their passage to the Super 8 stage.
The batting lineup is firing on all cylinders but there are some question marks over its ability to play spin. The explosive opening pair of Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma is arguably the most dangerous in the tournament. Kishan is fresh off a scintillating fifty, while Sharma has been India’s leading run-scorer since the start of 2025.
Abhishek Sharma is expected to be fit for this match.
The middle order is packed with power: Suryakumar Yadav dominates the middle overs, while Rinku Singh and Hardik Pandya provide elite finishing at the death. Shivam Dube will also be crucial in attacking spin.
On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah has looked slightly rusty, but he historically steps up in big games against Pakistan. He leads the pace attack alongside Arshdeep Singh. However, on this Colombo deck, the spin twins Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel will be the key weapons, tasked with choking the Pakistani middle order.
India will be very tempted to play Kuldeep Yadav in this match instead of Arshdeep Singh.
India Expected Playing 11
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh/Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
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Pakistan
Pakistan has enjoyed a flawless start to their World Cup campaign, winning both their opening matches. However, facing India in an ICC tournament is a different beast, often serving as a mental block for the Men in Green. They will need to bring their absolute 'A' game to break their losing streak.
The batting relies heavily on the top order. Sahibzada Farhan is in sublime form, currently sitting second on the tournament’s run-scoring charts. Fresh off a match-winning half-century against the USA, he will look to provide a brisk start alongside Saim Ayub.
The concern lies in the middle order; while Salman Agha, Babar Azam, and Shadab Khan are quality players, they have a history of crumbling under pressure against the Indian attack.
Bowling remains their strength. Usman Tariq was a revelation against the USA, picking up 3 wickets with his mystery spin. He forms a potent spin trio with Abrar Ahmed and Shadab Khan, which will be crucial on this track. Saim Ayub will also certainly bowl a few overs.
Shaheen Shah Afridi has been expensive recently but remains a threat with the new ball.
Pakistan Expected Playing 11
Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Usman Tariq, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Shah Afridi
IND vs PAK Toss Prediction
Recent trends at the Premadasa Stadium heavily favor setting a target. Both matches played here in this tournament were won by the side batting first. Given the pressure of a high-stakes chase and the slowing pitch, we predict the captain winning the toss will opt to bat first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is traditionally slow and tacky. Batting is not easy here; players must bide their time and assess the pace of the wicket before attempting big shots.
The average first-innings score in the last 10 matches hovers around 157, and anything above 165-170 will be extremely difficult to chase against quality bowling. Spinners will dictate the game, averaging significantly better than pacers at this venue.
Weather Warning: Colombo has been overcast with frequent showers. Sunday’s forecast predicts intermittent drizzle throughout the evening, meaning a shortened game or DLS interventions are possible.
IND vs PAK : Who Will Win?
We are backing India to win this match. They possess a far more balanced squad with explosive batting depth and a spin attack perfectly suited to the conditions. While Pakistan has the advantage of having played in Colombo recently, India’s overwhelming psychological edge and superior head-to-head record make them the clear favorites.
There will be plenty of opportunity to cut your bets throughout the match as we expect it to be very close. Make sure you keep some balance for in-play betting.
Bet on India to win.
