Colombo: Led by Suryakumar Yadav, Team India scripted another historic chapter at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, defeating Pakistan by a commanding 61 runs. With this emphatic win, India improved its T20 World Cup record against Pakistan to an impressive 8-1 and officially secured its spot in the Super-8 stage.
Ishan Kishan Steals the Show
The star of the match was undoubtedly Ishan Kishan, who refused to compromise despite the slow pitch. Kishan smashed a blistering 77 runs off just 40 balls, helping India post a challenging 175/7. His explosive innings steadied India in the middle overs and laid the foundation for the eventual victory.
Meanwhile, off the field, former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi lauded India’s performance and Gautam Gambhir’s tactical acumen on social media. Gambhir responded gracefully, posting a succinct six-word reply: “Thanks a lot for your wishes!”, marking his only reaction following the Pakistan clash.
Bumrah and Pandya’s Lethal Bowling
Chasing 176, Pakistan’s innings collapsed early. Jasprit Bumrah delivered precise lines and lengths to strike early blows, while Hardik Pandya wreaked havoc in the middle overs. With captain Babar Azam dismissed cheaply, the Pakistani lineup crumbled to 114 all out, unable to withstand India’s relentless attack.
India Secures Super-8 Spot
This victory made India one of the first teams to advance to the Super-8 stage. The win highlighted India’s dominance across all departments—batting, bowling, and captaincy—while boosting the team’s confidence to new heights ahead of the next challenges.
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