Cricket’s greatest rivalry reignites as India take on Pakistan at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo today in what promises to be the most-watched match of the T20 World Cup 2026.
When these subcontinental giants clash, more than just Group A points are at stake, it’s a contest that transcends sport, captivating over a billion fans worldwide. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, enters with overwhelming confidence backed by a commanding 13-3 head-to-head record in T20Is.
Pakistan, under new captain Salman Ali Agha, carries the burden of past defeats but also the burning desire to rewrite history.
The Premadasa pitch favors spinners as matches progress, adding tactical intrigue. With thunderstorms threatening and 65% chance of rain, even the weather acknowledges this fixture’s drama. Let’s explore where you can witness this epic encounter live.
India vs Pakistan Match Details – T20 World Cup 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Pakistan (27th Match, Group A) |
| Date | Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
| Venue | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Time | 7:00 PM LOCAL / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM IST |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
Where to Watch IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026 Live?
Indian fans can watch the match live on Star Sports with streaming available on JioHotstar. Pakistani viewers can access the game through PTV Sports, Ten Sports, and ASports with streaming on Myco, Tapmad, and Tamasha. International audiences can tune in via their regional ICC broadcast partners.
Live Streaming by Country
| Country | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports, ASports | Myco, Tapmad, Tamasha |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Australia | Fox Cricket, Nine Network | Amazon Prime Video, Kayo |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, TVNZ+ |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv |
| Sri Lanka | TV Supreme, Dialog TV | ICC.tv, Sirasa TV |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports | Rabbithole |
| Middle East | — | ICC.tv |
| Nepal | Kantipur TV, Nepal Television | ICC.tv |
| Rest of World | Varies by country | ICC.tv |
Live Streaming Apps for India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026
For fans on the go, several mobile apps offer live streaming of T20 World Cup 2026 matches. Here’s a comprehensive list of official streaming applications:
| App Name | Available In | Platform | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | India | iOS, Android | Free with Jio / Paid Premium |
| ICC.tv | Global | iOS, Android, Web | Pay-per-match / Tournament pass |
| Willow by Cricbuzz | USA, Canada | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
| Sky Go | UK, New Zealand | iOS, Android | Sky subscription required |
| Kayo Sports | Australia | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| Amazon Prime Video | Australia, Select regions | iOS, Android, Fire TV, Web | Prime membership required |
| SuperSport App | South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa | iOS, Android | DStv subscription required |
| TVNZ+ | New Zealand | iOS, Android, Web | Free with ads |
| NOW | United Kingdom | iOS, Android, Web | Day/Month pass available |
| Tapmad | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Free & Premium tiers |
| Tamasha | Pakistan | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| Myco | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match will be broadcast live on Star Sports in India with streaming on JioHotstar. Pakistani viewers can watch on PTV Sports, Ten Sports, and ASports with streaming on Myco, Tapmad, and Tamasha platforms.
India vs Pakistan Probable XIs – T20 World Cup 2026
India’s audacious skipper Suryakumar Yadav will rely on the lethal pace duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh alongside spinners Varun Chakaravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav on a surface favoring slow bowlers.
Pakistan’s new captain Salman Ali Agha, faces the pressure of breaking India’s dominance, banking on Shaheen Shah Afridi’s new-ball prowess and Shadab Khan’s leg-spin to exploit Premadasa conditions while hoping Babar Azam rediscovers his elegant touch.
India Probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Pakistan Probable XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (c), Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza (wk), Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Shadab Khan
R. Premadasa Stadium – Pitch Report & Stats
The Premadasa surface plays moderately slow with spinners gaining increasing assistance as matches progress. Pace bowlers can exploit swing and seam movement with the new ball during opening overs.
Batsmen require time to settle before accelerating, with clearances demanding precise timing. The venue historically favors chasing, though captains typically bat first as spin becomes more influential later, complicating run chases significantly. Thunderstorms are expected with a 65% chance of rain.
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T20 Stats At R. Premadasa Stadium
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total T20 Matches | 61 |
| Matches won batting first | 25 |
| Matches won bowling first | 35 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 143 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 128 |
| Highest total recorded | 215/5 (19.4 Ovs) by BAN vs SL |
| Lowest total recorded | 80/10 (17.2 Ovs) by AFG vs ENG |
| Highest score chased | 215/5 (19.4 Ovs) by BAN vs SL |
| Lowest score defended | 115/6 (20 Ovs) by RSA vs SL |
