In a dominant display at Colombo’s scenic ground, Team India scripted a memorable 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led the celebrations, hailing the team’s qualification for the Super-8 stage with a spirited ‘Chak De India’ message on social media.
Mann’s post captured the nation’s euphoria: ‘India has registered a splendid win by defeating Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup match. With this victory, the Indian team has won three matches in a row, topped Group A, and become the first team to qualify for the Super-8 round. Congratulations to the entire team. You are all the pride of the country. Chak De India.’
The match lived up to the hype with billions of eyes glued worldwide, but it turned into a one-sided affair. Pakistan won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision that backfired spectacularly. Ishan Kishan set the tone with a blistering 77 off 40 balls, supported by Suryakumar Yadav’s 32, Shivam Dube’s 27, and Tilak Varma’s 25. India posted a challenging 175 for 7 in their 20 overs.
Chasing the target, Pakistan crumbled to 114 all out in just 18 overs. Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, and Varun Chakaravarthy each claimed two wickets, while Kuldeep Yadav and Tilak Varma picked up one apiece. Kishan’s explosive knock earned him Player of the Match honors.
This win not only boosted India’s record against Pakistan to 8-1 in T20 World Cups but also solidified their position at the top of Group A. Fans erupted in joy, with celebrations spilling onto streets across India. As the team marches into Super-8, the momentum is firmly with the Men in Blue, promising more fireworks ahead in the tournament.