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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.

Wait for 24 hours: Surya comments on handshake talks ahead of IND vs PAK

Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha had the same approach to this question as he too remained non committal on the subject.

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

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.

Handshake debate heats up: Will India change their stance vs Pakistan?

According to media reports, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav will maintain India's status quo and is unlikely to offer a handshake to Pakistan captain Salman Agha during the toss

Salman Agha plays down Usman Tariq's role in India vs Pakistan match

Agha rejected suggestions that Tariq is Pakistan's sole match-winner heading into the high-profile encounter at the R Premadasa Stadium.

Rain threat looms over India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo

Showers forecast on Saturday could disrupt preparations, with India scheduled to train at the venue. Rain may affect their final practice session ahead of the match.

T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan preview, toss time, live streaming

Abhishek Sharma has recovered in time to feature against Pakistan and is set to replace Sanju Samson.

T20 World Cup 2026: IND vs PAK pitch report and Colombo Stadium key stats

Pakistan are likely to retain Babar Azam in the middle order after his commanding performance against the USA.

IND vs PAK: Harbhajan hits back at Amir for Abhishek 'slogger' remark

During an appearance on a Pakistani television show, Mohammad Amir reportedly described Abhishek Sharma as a slogger, questioning the Indian batter's style of play.

How prepared is PAK for India clash amid adverse weather? Agha explains

Salman highlighted that while spinners may play a dominant role on the Sri Lankan pitches, the fast bowlers will also have their say.

IND vs PAK: Salman Agha non-committal on handshake ahead of T20 WC match

Despite the growing speculation and controversy surrounding the matter, Agha emphasized that both teams should prioritize the spirit of the game above all else.

Handshake to spinner threat: Here's what Salman Agha said on India vs Pakistan match in T20 World Cup 2026

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha refused to confirm if his team will shake hands with India before Sunday’s T20 World Cup clash, saying the focus should remain on playing in the right spirit.

IND-PAK rivalry to Usman Tariq: Here's what Surya said ahead of India vs Pakistan clash in T20 WC

India captain Suryakumar Yadav admitted the batting has been scratchy so far but backed the side to counter Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq, calling him an “out of syllabus” challenge.

Delhi gears up for packed screenings of India-Pakistan T20 WC clash

Several multiplex chains and cafes have lined up special screenings, according to listings on the District app, as brands seek to convert cricket fever into footfall

₹70 lakh for 10 seconds: India-Pak clash sends ad rates over the ropes

According to media buyers, this single fixture routinely draws the tournament's highest viewership and advertising intensity

Ashwin offers tactical advice as India prepare to face Usman's challenge

Spin great R Ashwin has a simple suggestion for Indian batters as they gear up to deal with the unique side-arm action of Pakistan off-spinner Usman Tariq come Sunday -- just move away when he pauses before delivering the ball. The 30-year-old Tariq, whose stop and pause action has created quite a stir, has played four T20 Internationals and taken 11 wickets at an astonishing economy rate of less than six runs per over. He could play a decisive role in Sunday's T20 World Cup clash between the bitter foes on a slow Premadasa track. "If he stops before delivering the ball, the batsman has the right to move away. He can say that 'I thought he is stopping'. That will be an interesting case and a huge headache for the umpire," Ashwin said on his Youtube channel 'Ash Ki Baat'. "If I was there I would have done it. One should do everything to win a game within rules. I would simply say I don't know when he will release the ball and I would step away. If I move away, it is the umpire's ...

Gavaskar backs Kuldeep's inclusion for high-voltage India vs Pakistan match

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar expects leg-spinner Keldeep Yadav to come in for pacer Arshdeep Singh in the national team's high-profile T20 World Cup game against arch nemesis Pakistan on Sunday. Arshdeep was at the receiving end of some punishment from Namibian batters here on Thursday even though the defending champion home side prevailed by 93 run to maintain its winning streak. He did not complete his full quota of four overs either. "All our bowlers picked up wickets. Arshdeep did not complete his four overs, while Shivam Dube bowled two and Hardik completed his quota. This hints that Kuldeep Yadav could replace Arshdeep against Pakistan. "Sri Lanka pitches help spinners and India have history of playing three spinners. Expect Kuldeep in the XI against Pakistan in Colombo," Gavaskar said on Star Sports' Amul Cricket Live. Gavaskar said the Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav juggled his bowling with the Pakistan game in mind. "Hardik bowling the first over suggests Arshdeep

T20 WC: Are India prepared for Usman's challenge? Here's what Ishan said

Opener says facing Namibia skipper Gerhard Erasmus provided valuable learning experience for the Indian batters

T20 WC 2026: Abhishek good enough to play IND vs PAK clash, says Varun

Speaking after India's dominant victory over Namibia, Chakravarthy said Abhishek appeared to be on the road to recovery and had even trained with the squad