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News On AIR | February 15, 2026 8:27 AM
India will take on arch-rivals Pakistan in a high-voltage clash of the ICC Men’s T-20 Cricket World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, with both teams aiming to maintain their winning momentum.
The game is scheduled to start at 7 pm Indian Time. Both sides are at 4 points from two games each, with one more game scheduled after tonight’s match.
Riding high on a dominant 7-1 head-to-head record in T20 World Cups, India lock horns with Pakistan in their marquee clash at Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium today, brimming with confidence after back-to-back victories.
Both sides are locked on four points, setting the stage for a mouth-watering battle of form and firepower, as cricket’s most intense rivalry lights up the World Cup stage once again.
Even with rain clouds hovering over Colombo, the mood among fans is electric as thousands from across the globe have converged on the city, hoping for a full-throttle spectacle.
The buildup, however, has been anything but ordinary, with the contest having been briefly thrown into doubt after Pakistan announced a boycott over political concerns, only to make a dramatic U-turn days before the match.
Since confirmation, Colombo has witnessed a tourism boom, with hotel room rates at several five-star properties soaring by nearly 300% to 400% and accommodations almost completely sold out.
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Last Updated: 15th Feb 2026