The 12th match of Group A in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be played between Pakistan and the USA at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo at 7:00 PM.
This match is important because the USA shocked everyone by beating Pakistan in their most recent T20I. Pakistan will want revenge this time, especially under their new captain, Salman Agha, as they look to get back to winning ways. The USA, on the other hand, will try to show that its earlier win was not just luck.
The Colombo pitch usually helps batters in the beginning. As the match goes on, spinners start getting more help from the surface.
Both teams have strong squads and need points, so fans can expect an exciting and competitive game. Below, you can find the betting odds, pitch report, and match prediction.
Pakistan vs USA 12th Match Odds
Pakistan enter this match as clear favourites with the bookmakers, largely due to their superior ranking and historical dominance in T20 cricket, despite the USA’s shock win in their only previous encounter.
| Platform | Pakistan Win Odds | USA Win Odds | Toss Odds (Pakistan) | Toss Odds (USA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.35 | 3.2 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.38 | 3.15 | 1.95 | 1.85 |
| 4RABET | 1.33 | 3.25 | 1.88 | 1.92 |
| BetVibe | 1.36 | 3.18 | 1.93 | 1.87 |
Pakistan vs USA 12th Match Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs USA, 12th Match, Group A |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | February 10, Tuesday |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo |
Pakistan vs USA Squad
Both teams have named strong 15-member squads for this crucial World Cup encounter.
Pakistan Squad
Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (c), Saim Ayub, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Usman Khan (wk), Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Usman Tariq, Salman Mirza
USA Squad
Saiteja Mukkamalla, Shehan Jayasuriya, Milind Kumar, Shubham Ranjane, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Mohammad Mohsin, Monank Patel (c & wk), Andries Gous (wk), Shayan Jahangir (wk), Jasdeep Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Saurabh Netravalkar, Ali Khan
Pitch Report of Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
The Sinhalese Sports Club offers a balanced surface that evolves throughout the match, providing opportunities for both batters and bowlers at different stages.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behaviour | The wicket is mostly batting-friendly with even bounce. As the game moves forward, the surface slows and begins to favour spin bowlers. |
| Batting Assistance | Batters enjoy good conditions at the start, with run-scoring feeling comfortable. The pitch allows the ball to come nicely onto the bat. |
| Bowling Assistance | Spinners find consistent support across all phases of the match. Pacers can also make an impact, especially during the initial overs. |
| Boundaries Dimensions | Standard international dimensions with relatively short square boundaries |
| Average 1st Innings Score | In T20 games at this ground, teams usually post around 168 runs in the first innings. |
| Toss Impact & Dew | Captains often choose to field first after winning the toss. Dew tends to settle in during the later stages. |
Weather Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | The temperature is around 31°C. |
| Weather | A cloudy match day. |
| Precipitation | There is 10% chance of rain. |
| Humidity | Humidity will be 50–57%, which will cause fatigue. |
| Wind | Wind speed will be 18 km/h, helping seamers generate swing. |
Pakistan and USA Head-to-Head In T20Is
Pakistan and the USA faced each other in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, where the USA shocked the world by defeating Pakistan and qualified for the Super 8.
| Total Matches Played | 1 |
| USA Won | 1 |
| Pakistan Won | 0 |
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Key Players To Watch
These match-winners could prove decisive in determining the outcome of this crucial Group A encounter.
| Players | T20I Stats |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam (PAK) | 4,520 runs in 140 matches at an average of 39.30. |
| Shaheen Afridi (PAK) | 129 wickets in 99 matches at an economy of 7.72. |
| Shadab Khan (PAK) | 118 wickets in 118 matches at an economy of 7.34; also scored 899 runs |
| Monank Patel (USA) | 920 runs in 44 matches at an average of 27.05. |
| Saurabh Netravalkar (USA) | 40 wickets in 42 matches at an economy of 7.12. |
| Nosthush Kenjige (USA) | 21 wickets in 23 matches at an economy of 7.55. |
