The R Premadasa Stadium roared as India crushed Pakistan by 61 runs, clinching their eighth T20 World Cup win against them—a groundbreaking record unmatched by any team versus a single adversary.
Dominance is clear: 8 wins from 9 games, including a super over epic. Pakistan’s 2021 upset remains their only highlight.
Tied for second: Australia-Bangladesh, Pakistan-Bangladesh, Sri Lanka-West Indies, West Indies-England.
Batting first, India amassed 175/7. Ishan Kishan’s 77 off 40 (10 fours, 3 sixes) was the standout, with captain Suryakumar Yadav scoring 25. Pakistan folded for 114 in 18 overs; Usman Khan’s 44 and Shaheen Afridi’s 23* were mere consolations.
Undefeated in the group with three wins—USA (29r), Namibia (93r)—India books Super-8. Netherlands on February 18 next.
Pakistan slumps to Group A third place. Wins over Netherlands and USA not enough; USA leads with 2/4. Must beat Namibia on February 18 for survival.