India beat Pakistan by 61 runs in a tense T20 World Cup match, advancing to the Super 8s.

India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in a tense ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage match, securing their place in the Super 8 stage with their third consecutive win. India posted 175/7, led by Ishan Kishan’s 77 off 54 balls, while Pakistan were bowled out for 114, with key contributions from Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, and Varun Chakaravarthy. The victory extended India’s head-to-head lead over Pakistan in T20 World Cup history to 8-1. The match, played amid diplomatic tensions and Pakistan’s initial boycott announcement, drew significant attention, with Indian officials and public figures highlighting its symbolic importance. India now leads Group A, while Pakistan dropped to third.