Pakistan on Monday reversed their decision to boycott their T20 World Cup match against India, but rain could intervene.

Few rivalries in world sport match the intensity of India vs Pakistan, and their clash at the 2026 ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup promises another high-stakes chapter in one of cricket’s most fiercely contested showdowns.

India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup 2026. The defeat has reportedly led to political unrest, with Field Marshal Asim Munir expressing dissatisfaction with the team's preparation, potentially jeopardizing PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi's position.

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T20 World Cup 2026: Team India will begin their campaign in the Super 8 stages with a clash against South Africa at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Pakistan is set to drop Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi for the T20 World Cup match against Namibia after the heavy loss to India. Team management is reportedly considering major changes ahead of the crucial game.

Sri Lanka vs Australia: Co-hosts Sri Lanka qualified for the Super 8s by beating Australia in Pallekele. After the game, head coach Sanath Jayasuriya explained how two Indian coaches helped him shape this Sri Lankan side.