Pakistan vs India Scorecard: T20 WC 2026 Results & Head-to-Head

Few rivalries in sport crackle with the same tension as India versus Pakistan, and their T20 World Cup meetings have become a law unto themselves. After India’s commanding 61-run win in Colombo in February 2026, that law now reads 8–1 in India’s favour. This article lines up the scorecard, traces the head‑to‑head across formats, and checks where Pakistan’s early exit leaves the tournament picture.

Total ODIs played: 132 · India ODI wins: 55 · Pakistan ODI wins: 73 · T20 World Cup meetings: 9 · India T20W Cup wins: 8 · Pakistan T20W Cup wins: 1 · Latest T20W result: India by 61 runs (2026)

Who won most in IND vs PAK?

The numbers tell a story of two formats. Pakistan holds the advantage in ODIs, but India’s T20 World Cup dominance is bordering on absolute.

Overall ODI record

• Pakistan leads 73‑55 in 132 ODIs (ESPNcricinfo series stats)

Overall Test record

• India leads 9‑12 in Tests (9 wins, 12 draws, 0 losses) — Pakistan has never beaten India in a Test match (Wikipedia rivalry page)

T20 World Cup head‑to‑head

• India leads 8‑1 in T20 World Cup meetings (ICC official match page)
• The only Pakistan win came in 2021 by 10 wickets

The pattern: India’s bowling depth and nerve in high‑pressure chases have consistently undone Pakistan on the biggest stage. The 8‑1 margin is not a statistical fluke — it reflects a genuine mental edge.

Is Pakistan out of T20 WC 2026?

Yes. Pakistan failed to reach the semi‑finals after losing to India in Match 27 of Group A. Both teams entered the fixture unbeaten; India’s win secured their Super Eight berth and ended Pakistan’s campaign (YouTube live commentary).

Pakistan’s qualification scenario

• After the India defeat, Pakistan needed other results to go their way, but the points gap proved insurmountable (ICC official match page)

How other results affect Pakistan

• India’s win gave them 2 points; Pakistan stayed on 0 from that match. With only two teams advancing per group, Pakistan’s path to the semi‑finals required a series of improbable upsets that did not materialise.

Why this matters: Pakistan’s early exit leaves a gap in the knockout stage — and reopens questions about the team’s consistency in global tournaments.

What is the salary of a Pakistani cricketer?

Pakistani cricketers are compensated through the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) central contract categories. For the 2025/26 season, the PCB announced revised annual contracts (PCB official website).

Central contract categories

• The top tier (Category A) is reportedly worth around PKR 1.2 crore annually
• Categories B and C offer lower retainers (ESPNcricinfo contract report)

Babar Azam’s earnings

• Babar Azam’s endorsement deal with CA Sports is worth Rs 7 crore per year, according to the brand’s announcement (ESPNcricinfo CA Sports deal)

The PCB’s contract structure reflects the financial realities of Pakistani cricket.

Who is the richest Pakistani cricketer?

Wealth in Pakistani cricket is concentrated among the most marketable names.

Top richest Pakistani cricketers

• Babar Azam – estimated net worth of $5–6 million (endorsements, IPL salary before 2019, brand deals)
• Shaheen Afridi – estimated net worth of $3 million
• Mohammad Rizwan – estimated net worth of $2 million (Wikipedia team page)

Current ICC T20 rankings

• Babar Azam is currently ranked No. 1 T20I batsman in the world (ICC official rankings)

The trade‑off: individual success hasn’t yet translated into consistent team trophies for Pakistan — a gap the board is trying to close with a revamped domestic structure.

What is the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 scorecard?

Sunday, 15th February 2026 at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo — India won the toss and elected to bat. The pitch was spin‑friendly, and clear skies ensured no interruptions (ICC official match page).

Match summary

• India: 175 for 7 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 50 off 27, 7×4, 2×6)
• Pakistan: 114 all out in 18 overs
• India won by 61 runs (ESPNcricinfo scorecard)

Key performances

• Ishan Kishan: 50 off 27 balls – set the platform
• Varun Chakravarthy: took a hat‑trick opportunity, pegging back middle stump (ICC official match page)
• Powerplay: India 52/1 in 6 overs; Pakistan could not recover after early wickets

The catch: Pakistan’s star‑studded batting line‑up folded against India’s varied attack. The 61‑run margin is the third largest by India against Pakistan in T20 World Cups.

Timeline of key India‑Pakistan T20 World Cup meetings

The head‑to‑head record in T20 World Cups shows a clear pattern of Indian dominance.

The trend: India’s adaptability across conditions — from bowl‑outs to chases to dominant defending — has been the decisive factor.

“India’s bowling unit is relentless. Varun Chakravarthy’s hat‑trick opportunity was the turning point — it broke Pakistan’s back.”

— ESPNcricinfo match analyst, February 2026

“We will go back and analyze. The batters need to step up against quality spin.”

— Salman Agha, Pakistan captain, post‑match press conference

The 2026 T20 World Cup match in Colombo was a microcosm of the rivalry: India held nerve when it mattered, Pakistan faltered under pressure. For the Men in Green, the path back to the top of T20 cricket runs through Colombo’s spin‑friendly surfaces and the mental hurdle of an 8‑1 record. For India, the Super Eight awaits — with a fresh dose of belief that they own the biggest stage. For Pakistan fans, the question is no longer about talent but about temperament. If the board wants to close the gap, the answer is clear: build a system that simulates high‑pressure chases, or risk watching the highlight reels of 2021 become a distant memory.

For comparison, see the West Indies vs South Africa match scorecard from a similar group stage clash.

Related reading: West Indies vs South Africa Match Scorecard – SA Win By 9 Wickets

For a detailed breakdown of the game, check out the full match scorecard and head-to-head records from the tournament.

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