The Pakistan-Sri Lanka encounter in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight matches was one of the most thrilling matches in the tournament. Played on February 28, 2026, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, the stakes were high in this encounter as Pakistan looked to stay alive in the tournament, and the home team Sri Lanka wanted to spoil the party.
Pakistan scored a massive 212/8 in 20 overs thanks to a scintillating hundred by Sahibzada Farhan (100 off 60 balls) and a blistering innings by Fakhar Zaman (84 off 42 balls). Though the Lankans, led by skipper Dasun Shanaka, fought hard in the chase.
Match Details
| Date | Venue | City | Time (Local) | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2026 | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium | Kandy, Sri Lanka | 7:00 PM IST | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
Pakistan Squad – T20 World Cup 2026
| Player Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Salman Ali Agha (c) | Allrounder | |
| Babar Azam | Batter | |
| Fakhar Zaman | Opening Batter | |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Middle Order Batter | |
| Saim Ayub | Batter | |
| Usman Khan (wk) | Wicketkeeper Batter | |
| Khawaja Mohammad Nafay | Wicketkeeper Batter | |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Allrounder | |
| Faheem Ashraf | Bowling Allrounder | |
| Shadab Khan | Allrounder | |
| Abrar Ahmed | Bowler | |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Fast Bowler | |
| Naseem Shah | Fast Bowler | |
| Mohammad Salman Mirza | Bowler | |
| Usman Tariq | Bowler |
Sri Lanka Squad – T20 World Cup 2026
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | Allrounder |
| Pathum Nissanka | Top Order Batter |
| Kamil Mishara | Opening Batter |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Kusal Perera (wk) | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Charith Asalanka | Batting Allrounder |
| Janith Liyanage | Batter |
| Pavan Rathnayake | Batter |
| Kamindu Mendis | Batter |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Allrounder |
| Dunith Wellalage | Allrounder |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Spinner |
| Dushmantha Chameera | Fast Bowler |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Fast Bowler |
| Eshan Malinga | Bowler |
Match Highlights
- Pakistan had a good day in the batting department as they managed a total of 212/8.
- Sahibzada Farhan was the standout performer as he managed a century.
- Fakhar Zaman contributed well for his team with his aggressive batting.
- Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka played a valiant innings as he managed a quickfire 45.
In the end, Pakistan’s strong batting lineup was the reason for their success in the match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup.
Conclusion
The PAK vs SRI T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match was a treat to watch for those who enjoy power hitting and competitive cricket. Pakistan’s batting prowess ensured a memorable win, while Sri Lanka’s determination, although not enough to win, should also be appreciated. This particular encounter would be remembered as one of the highlights of the Super Eight stage of the tournament.
