COLOMBO, Feb 15 (Reuters) - Defending champions India thumped Pakistan by 61 runs in a grudge Group A match of the Twenty20 World Cup to secure their place in the Super Eight stage of the tournament on Sunday.

India continue their recent on-field dominance over Pakistan by winning their highly anticipated meeting in Colombo by 61 runs to confirm their place in the Super 8s of the T20 World Cup.

IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026: India registered a 61-run win over arch-rivals Pakistan in their T20 World Cup 2026 Group A clash that was played at R Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka on Sunday. Pakistan won the toss but failed to chase down India’s total of 174/7 in 20 overs,

Pakistan is reportedly set to bench senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi for their T20 World Cup match against Namibia following their poor performance against India. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed dissatisfaction,

With rain looming on the big clash, Kishan struck a blistering 77 off 40 balls laced with ten fours and three sixes on a slow, spin-friendly pitch as India posted 175/7 before bowling Pakistan out for 114 to secure a 61-run victory and qualify for the Super Eights.

India's victory over Pakistan at the T20 cricket world cup has triggered a meme fest on social media. The match was preceded by intense media build-up, following a boycott and a U-turn by Islamabad. As it turned out,

The recent trend and the gulf in quality between players from both sides only suggest that India have clearly turned this once high-voltage encounter into a mere formality.

India secured a dominant 61-run victory over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, showcasing a composed mindset and exceptional skill. Vice-captain Axar Patel emphasised the team's focus on cricket over rivalry.