In a high-octane clash that fits the bill, India extended his psychological advantage over arch-rivals Pakistan with a 61-run win at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This 27th Group A match on February 15, 2026 was more than just a win; It was a statement of intent as the Men in Blue officially secured their place at the Super 8 stage T20 World Cup 2026. However, despite the celebratory atmosphere in the stands, the final moments on the field were marked by uncharacteristic tension among some of India’s senior players.
Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav scold Kuldeep Yadav
Although the scorecard reflected clinical performance, then an unexpected picture emerged Hardik Pandya He scalped the final wicket to defeat Pakistan by 114 runs. As the Indian contingent gathered to celebrate their performance in the next round, cameras caught Hardik looking visibly flustered. Instead of the standard five, he was seen chastising the spinner Kuldeep Yadav. The intensity didn’t stop there; captain Suryakumar Yadav also approached Kuldeep, seeming to express his displeasure sternly.
The friction was reportedly caused by a break in the 18th over. Shaheen Afridi Hardik had started a short delivery to the long border. Kuldeep on the outside looked to have settled under the ball but the catch went through his fingers and over the ropes for a six.
The frustration shown by the management team underlines the high standards set for this World Cup campaign. Even like Rinku Singh began to play the role of peacekeeper and Tilak Varma Looking at it anxiously, the message was clear: in a tournament of this magnitude, even an innocuous catch can be the difference between a trophy and heartache.
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Here is the video of Hardik Pandya and Surya Kumar Yadav getting angry with Kuldeep Yadav #INDvsPAK #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/BsGCCprKNc
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India’s dominant win over Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026
Despite the post-match dramas, India’s performance was nothing short of a masterclass. India lost after batting on a slow Colombo track Abhishek Sharma early for a duck. However, Ishan Kishi Hitting 77 off just 40 balls, he destroyed Pakistan’s pace attack and laid the foundation for a total of 175/7. Contributions from Suryakumar (32) and Shivam Dubey (27) ensured that India remained well above par.
Pakistan’s chase never found its rhythm. Pandya set the tone by taking the wicket in the first over Sahibzade Farhan. The Indian bowling setup was running like a well-oiled machine. Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 114 in 18 overs, marking India’s 8th win in 9 T20 World Cup matches against their neighbours. With three wins in three games, India have climbed to the top of Group A, while Pakistan now face a must-win scenario. Namibia to keep their tournament hopes alive.
