Dominance defined India’s 61-run rout of Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026 Match 27 at R Premadasa Stadium. Player of the Match Ishan Kishan earned glowing tributes from Suryakumar Yadav for his match-defining 77 off 40 balls, featuring 10 fours and 3 sixes, after India slipped to 1/1.
India’s 175/7 proved insurmountable as Pakistan limped to 114 in 18 overs. ‘Victory belongs to India,’ declared Suryakumar. ‘Cricket was spot-on. Ishan batted with the flair from his last few games. Needed someone to anchor after the top-order wobble – he owned it masterfully.’
Key contributions from Tilak Varma (25 & 1/xx), Shivam Dube (27 off 17: 1×6, 3×4), Rinku Singh (11 off 4). Captain reflected, ‘175 exceeded expectations by 15-20; 155 was par here. Hardik’s early strikes, Bumrah’s mastery turned the tide.’
Super-8 secured via three-win streak; league finale vs Netherlands Feb 18 precedes Ahmedabad huddle. Suryakumar captioned X shares: ‘Har Har Mahadev.’ This triumph showcases India’s balanced attack and fearless middle order, priming them for deeper tournament runs.