In ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan continued their strong start by beating the USA by 32 runs in Group A at Colombo’s SSC ground on February 10, 2026. Sahibzada Farhan’s explosive 73 helped Pakistan post 190/9, and they restricted USA to 158/8 in reply to finish on top of Group A.
Updated Points Table — Group A
| Team | PL | W | L | NR | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +0.932 |
| India 🇮🇳 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +1.450 |
| Netherlands 🇳🇱 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.356 |
| Namibia 🇳🇦 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.356 |
| USA 🇺🇸 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.525 |
After this match, Pakistan leads the group, followed by India — while USA sits at the bottom with 0 points.
Top 5 Batters of T20 World Cup 2026 (So Far)
| Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suryakumar Yadav | India 🇮🇳 | 1 | 84* | 171+ |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 2 | 120+ | 170+ |
| Babar Azam | Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 2 | 70+ | 140+ |
| Shayan Jahangir | USA 🇺🇸 | 2 | 70+ | 130+ |
| Shubham Ranjane | USA 🇺🇸 | 2 | 65+ | 140+ |
Note: Suryakumar starred with a big unbeaten score for India, while Farhan and Babar Azam have been crucial for Pakistan’s wins. USA batters Shayan Jahangir and Ranjane have shown fighting performances despite losses.
Top 5 Bowlers of T20 World Cup 2026 (So Far)
| Bowler | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadley van Schalkwyk | USA 🇺🇸 | 2 | 6+ | 4/25 |
| Usman Tariq | Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 2 | 4+ | 3/27 |
| Arshdeep Singh | India 🇮🇳 | 1 | 3 | 3/29 |
| Mohammed Siraj | India 🇮🇳 | 1 | 3 | 3/29 |
| Shaheen Afridi | Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 2 | 3 | 1/42 |
Van Schalkwyk’s four-wicket haul against Pakistan stands out, showing USA’s bowling threat. Pakistan’s Tariq has also picked key wickets, adding depth to their attack.
Key Match Summary — Pakistan vs USA
- Pakistan scored 190/9 batting first.
- Sahibzada Farhan top-scored with 73(41); Babar Azam added a steady 46(32).
- USA posted 158/8, with Shubham Ranjane scoring 51 and Shayan Jahangir making 49.
- Shadley van Schalkwyk was USA’s best bowler with 4/25.
- Pakistan won the game by 32 runs and now has 2 wins in 2 matches.
What’s Next?
- Pakistan vs India — A blockbuster clash that could decide Group A leadership.
- USA vs Netherlands — USA will aim for their first win to stay alive.
- Teams will be fighting to reach the Super 8 stage with strong momentum.
Match Dates
- Pakistan vs India — Feb 15, 2026
- USA vs Netherlands — Feb 13, 2026