India, Pakistan and T20 World Cup
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COLOMBO, Feb 15 (Reuters) - Defending champions India thumped Pakistan by 61 runs in a grudge Group A match of the Twenty20 World Cup to secure their place in the Super Eight stage of the tournament on Sunday.
India continue their recent on-field dominance over Pakistan by winning their highly anticipated meeting in Colombo by 61 runs to confirm their place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.
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The dominance of Indian bowlers was such that Pakistan struggled to face pacers and spinners alike losing wickets at regular intervals.
The neighbors have been in conflict over the disputed border region since their independence and partition in 1947.
Former India spin-bowling all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin came down hard on Pakistan following their comprehensive defeat to the Men in Blu.
Ishan Kishan attributed his match-winning 77 against Pakistan to fans and teammates, emphasising a calm approach and backing his natural game. He highlighted the team's plans and confidence, stressing the job is far from over.