India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026: India’s focus will be firmly on the playing XI as they take on Pakistan in the high-voltage clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 15, 2026, at the spin-friendly R. Premadasa Stadium. With conditions expected to assist spinners, the Indian team management is likely to go in with a well-thought-out combination.
Captain Suryakumar Yadav is expected to trust an aggressive top order. Abhishek Sharma is set to return after missing the previous game, opening alongside Ishan Kishan. This pair gives India early momentum in the powerplay. The middle order looks stable with Tilak Varma and Suryakumar anchoring the innings.
All-rounders will be key on a slow Colombo pitch. Hardik Pandya adds balance with both bat and ball, while Axar Patel strengthens India’s spin attack and lower-order batting. Rinku Singh remains India’s trusted finisher.
Bowling will revolve around spin, with Varun Chakaravarthy likely leading the attack, possibly supported by Kuldeep Yadav. Pace duties will be handled by Jasprit Bumrah, India’s biggest match-winner.
India Playing XI:
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah
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