T20 World Cup IND vs PAK Today Match Time Table, Weather & Playing 11
The biggest rivalry in cricket returns today, February 15, 2026, as India and Pakistan face off at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. With both teams unbeaten so far in the group stages, this match isn’t just about pride. It’s a direct battle for the top spot in Group A and early qualification for the Super 8s.
| T20 World Cup Match |
|---|
| Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM |
| PAK vs IND |
| Colombo |
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How to Watch Live Match Today: IND vs PAK?
You can catch the high-octane action through the following official platforms:
TV Broadcast: The match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network channels in multiple languages (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada).
Digital Streaming: In India, you can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Global Viewers: Fans in the UK can watch via Sky Sports, while those in the USA and Canada can tune in to Willow TV.
IND vs PAK Dream 11
India enters as favorites with a spin-heavy attack led by Varun Chakravarthy, while Pakistan relies on the batting form of Sahibzada Farhan and their versatile all-rounders to counter the Indian spinners.
| India Probable 11 | Pakistan Probable 11 |
| 1. Sanju Samson | 1. Saim Ayub |
| 2. Ishan Kishan | 2. Sahibzada Farhan |
| 3. Tilak Varma | 3. Babar Azam |
| 4. Suryakumar Yadav (C) | 4. Salman Ali Agha (C) |
| 5. Hardik Pandya | 5. Usman Khan (WK) |
| 6. Shivam Dube | 6. Shadab Khan |
| 7. Rinku Singh | 7. Mohammad Nawaz |
| 8. Axar Patel | 8. Abrar Ahmed |
| 9. Varun Chakravarthy | 9. Shaheen Afridi |
| 10. Jasprit Bumrah | 10. Naseem Shah |
| 11. Arshdeep Singh | 11. Usman Tariq |
Match Umpires
| Status | Name | Country |
|---|---|---|
| On-Field Umpires: | Richard Illingworth and Kumar Dharmasena | ENG & SL |
| Third Umpire: | Sam Nogajski | AUS |
| Match Referee: | Javagal Srinath | India |
Pakistan vs India Head-to-Head T20 Match
| Pakistan | India |
|---|---|
| 03 | 13 |
IND vs PAK Today Match Prediction
Based on current form and the spin-friendly conditions in Colombo, India has a 65% win probability. India’s middle-order stability and the mystery spin of Varun Chakravarthy are expected to be the difference-makers. However, if Pakistan’s top order survives the Powerplay against Bumrah, they have enough all-round depth to pull off an upset.
Today Match Weather and Pitch Condition
| Weather | Pitch |
| A major concern for fans; there is a 50-70% chance of thunderstorms in Colombo during match hours. Humidity will be high (around 80%), and a shortened game is a strong possibility. | The R. Premadasa surface is a slow turner. It will offer immense help to spinners, making the mid-innings battle between Axar/Varun and Shadab/Abrar the most critical phase of the game. |
Team IND vs PAK Points Table
Both teams are currently tied at the top of Group A with two wins each. The winner of today’s match will likely secure the #1 seed for the Super 8s.
| Rank | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| 1 | India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +3.050 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.932 |
| 3 | USA | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.533 |
FAQs
He is currently doubtful due to illness; a final decision will be made at the toss.
Both teams will share 1 point each, and India will remain #1 due to a superior NRR.
No, reserve days are only available for the Semi-Finals and the Final.
