Colombo is buzzing with anticipation as India and Pakistan gear up for their blockbuster T20 World Cup clash on February 15, 2026. This fixture, often dubbed the greatest rivalry in cricket, has fans from both nations on the edge of their seats. But beyond the hype, the numbers tell a stark story of dominance.
India has stormed into this match with commanding wins over USA and Namibia in their group stage openers. Pakistan, too, has started strongly, defeating USA and Netherlands. The Pakistani camp is banking on their spin trio – Shadab Khan, Usman Tariq, and Abrar Ahmed – to spin a web around India’s batsmen. Yet, history whispers a different tale.
In T20 World Cups, India and Pakistan have locked horns eight times. India boasts six victories, Pakistan just one, with one no-result. That solitary Pakistani win came in the 2021 edition, while India clinched the 2007 title by thrashing their arch-rivals in the final.
Zooming out to overall T20 internationals, India leads 13-3, with one tie across 17 encounters. The recent Asia Cup 2025 saw India dismantle Pakistan three times, underscoring the chasm. While T20’s unpredictability keeps hopes alive, statistics heavily favor India. A 7-1 World Cup record post this match wouldn’t surprise anyone.
As Sunday dawns, the pressure mounts. Can Pakistan defy the odds, or will India extend their iron grip? Cricket’s charm lies in its uncertainty, but the scales are tipped.