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Afghanistan vs UAE live streaming: Where to watch T20 WC match online?

Afghan fans can watch live on Lemar TV with Pashto and Dari commentary. In UAE, tune into CricLife Max on TV or stream the match live on StarzPlay across the MENA region.

T20 WC 2026: Afghanistan vs UAE preview, toss time, live streaming

Both Afghanistan and UAE will be eager to keep their Super 8 hopes alive with a win in Delhi today

Sanjay's 68, bowlers seal 31-run win as USA stay alive for Super 8 round

Sanjay Krishnamurthi's explosive unbeaten half-century followed by a disciplined bowling show powered USA to a crucial 31-run win over Namibia, in a must-win Group C clash here on Sunday, keeping their slim Super Eights hopes alive. With back-to-back victories, USA finished the group stage on four points and are on third place behind India and Pakistan as they remain in contention for a place in the next round from Group A, though they will depend on other results. Opting to bat, skipper Monank Patel set the tone with a fluent 30-ball 52 before Krishnamurthi hammered an unbeaten 68 off 33 balls to lift USA to their highest-ever T20 World Cup total of 199/4, also the second-highest total by an Associate team at the men's T20 World Cup. In reply, Namibia were restricted to 168/6 despite a strong start given by Louren Steenkamp (58 off 39 balls; 5x4, 3x6). The Namibian opener Steenkamp provided early fireworks, especially in a 20-run fifth over when he smashed Ali Khan for two fours a

T20 WC: It''s about adapting, says England's Tom Banton on new No 4 role

England batter Tom Banton says he is relishing his new role at No.4, adding that he is now "older" and "more mature" with a better understanding of his game after guiding the team to a crucial win over Scotland in the T20 World Cup. Banton produced a composed unbeaten 63 to anchor a tricky chase and seal a nervy five-wicket victory, keeping England's Super Eights hopes alive. "I think just a bit, obviously older, more mature, got a better understanding of my game," he said on what he did differently against Scotland on Saturday. "When I came onto the scene, I remember at the start of that summer I was just about scraping into Somerset's second team. "Then six months later, I was playing for England and traveling all over the world, which was great, but I've got more of an understanding. "I have kind of, I don't know, just grown. I've learned a lot about myself. Not even anything to do with cricket," he said. Primarily an opener, Banton first came back into the England side as a .

Win against Pakistan gives us confidence going forward: Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan on Sunday said his improved play on the off-side was behind his match winning effort against arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. Kishan's 77 off 40 balls on a tough pitch made the difference as India closed out a comfortable 61-run over the opposition. It seemed has batting on a different surface. Kishan, who has shown sizzling since his India comeback, was pleased with his performance in a 'special' game. He usually gets plenty of runs on the leg side but on Sunday his off side play was effective too. "I think the wicket wasn't that easy in the beginning. You just have to believe and focus on your strength. Wanted to make them run as much as possible to my side. I worked a lot on my off-side play. "I was just trying to keep it simple. I had that in mind that we need to put 160-170 runs and it will be a good total for us. India versus Pakistan is always a special game not only for us but for our country as well. "Winning this game against Pakistan will give us

India vs Pakistan full scorecard | T20 World Cup 2026 score on Feb 15

Brief scores: India 175/7 in 20 overs (Ishan Kishan 77; Saim Ayub 3/25). Pakistan all out 114 in 18 overs (Usman Khan 44; Jasprit Bumrah 2/17, Axar Patel 2/19, Varun Chakaravarthy 2/17).

Colombo weather news: Overcast but no rain; IND vs PAK playing 11 - Abhishek, Kuldeep playing

India vs Pakistan, Colombo weather live updates: Rain continues to stay away from the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Dominant India thump Pakistan by 61 runs, extend T20 World Cup edge to 8-1

Suryakumar Yadav and co. have now made it 8-1 against Pakistan in World Cups, further tilting the rivalry in favor of the Men in Blue.

India vs Pakistan HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC 2026: IND crush PAK by 61 runs; Qualify for Super 8 stage

IND vs PAK HIGHLIGHTS: India bundle out Pakistan at 114 as the Men in Blue extend their lead in T20 World Cup to 8-1.

Surya skips handshake with Salman Agha for fourth time, debate resurfaces

The latest episode follows three similar occasions during the Asia Cup 2025, where Suryakumar had refrained from engaging in the customary handshake with his Pakistan counterpart

India vs Pakistan win prediction: Who will win today's T20 World Cup match?

India hold a slight edge, and pundits back them, but as Sourav Ganguly warns, in an India-Pak clash one explosive partnership can change everything. Nothing is certain in cricket

PCB chief Naqvi to attend IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026 match in Colombo

Alongside Naqvi, senior PCB figures including Pakistan Super League CEO Salman Naseer and COO Sumair Ahmed will travel to Sri Lanka for the encounter.

Pakistan will have an advantage: Suryakumar Yadav ahead of IND vs PAK

The skipper admitted that their rivals will have an edge in the match due to the team playing all their matches in the tournament as he addressed the media in the pre match press conference today.

IND vs PAK Playing 11: Abhishek Sharma to play against Pakistan, says Surya

The return of Abhishek to India's playing 11 was confirmed by captain Suryakumar Yadav on the eve of the India vs Pakistan encounter.

T20 WC 2026 Group C updated points table: ENG, WI, SCO, NEP rankings

West Indies sit on top of the table after 2 wins in as many games with England taking the 2nd spot and pushing Scotland into 3rd now.

T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies vs Nepal preview, toss time, live streaming

West Indies enter the contest brimming with confidence, having secured back-to-back victories to start their campaign.

India vs Pakistan: More than a match as spin and tension collide in Colombo

India enter the contest with an impressive record at the R Premadasa Stadium, having won 11 of their 15 T20Is at the venue - the best win percentage by any team

T20 World Cup 2026: WI vs NEP pitch report and Wankhede Stadium key stats

Nepal began their campaign with a close defeat against England in their opening match, followed by a comprehensive 10-wicket loss to Italy.

ICC T20 WC 2026 Group C updated points table: WI, ENG, NEP rankings

West Indies, with three straight wins, became the first team to book their place in the next stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026

IND vs PAK key player battle: Bumrah vs Farhan; Abhishek vs Usman Tariq

For today's encounter, all eyes will be on Bumrah's strategy to counter Farhan's aggressive strokeplay and other such battles that will shape the encounter in Colombo.