PAK vs USA: The most eagerly awaited match of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, between Pakistan and USA (they both played against each other on Match 12), is expected to be a real blockbuster at the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo on February 10. The recent results of the two teams have added to the electricity of this matchup.
PAK vs USA: Match Preview
Pakistan will enter this game after edging past the Netherlands in a highly contested opening match of the tournament. The Men in Green eventually achieved a win by three wickets, which will definitely give them a lot of confidence going into the tournament. However, they will also be looking to avenge their shocking defeat to the USA in the 2024 T20 World Cup.
The USA’s captain Monank Patel and his teammates put up a valiant fight in their first match against the World Champions, India, but unfortunately fell short by 29 runs.
The young USA team demonstrated tremendous industry and perseverance before their effort went unrewarded however, Suryakumar Yadav’s incredible innings and India’s very professional bowling proved too strong for the team from the USA.The United States will be keen to emulate their fighting spirit as these two teams face each other in the PAK vs USA encounter.
PAK vs USA: Match Details
Match: Pakistan vs United States of America, Match 12
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Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
Date: Tuesday, February 10
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
Live Broadcast: JioStar Network Channels
Live Streaming: JioHotstar (App & Website)
Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo: Pitch Report
So far, there have been 10 T20I matches held at this ground with the chasing teams coming out to win on six occasions, showcasing clear favouritism for the side batting second. The surface is supposed to offer some aid to spinners, as especially with the match timing afternoon.
Captains winning the toss will find it difficult to resist the temptation of fielding first in the PAK vs USA contest, considering the chasing-friendly nature of the venue.
PAK vs USA: Head-to-Head Record in T20s
Matches Played: 1
Pakistan Wins: 0
USA Wins: 1
No Result/Tied: 0
Only Encounter: June 6, 2024
The USA hold the upper hand in head-to-head meetings, making this PAK vs USA clash even more intriguing.
PAK vs USA: Predicted Playing XIs
Pakistan
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha (c), Babar Azam, Usman Khan (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed
United States of America
Andries Gous (wk), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Monank Patel (c), Milind Kumar, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Shubham Ranjane, Harmeet Singh, Mohammad Mohsin, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Saurabh Netravalkar
PAK vs USA: Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter – Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan)
Sahibzada Farhan can potentially be Pakistan’s leading batter in the upcoming match between PAK and USA. He managed to score 47 runs in the last match, and he is currently at the top of the batting charts for the tournament for Pakistan. If he is in the rhythm, he can trouble the US bowlers.
Probable Best Bowler – Shadley van Schalkwyk (USA
The USA pacer, Shadley van Schalkwyk, has done wonders with the ball, having taken four wickets in a single match so far, averaging 6.25. The ability to take early wickets is what makes him a crucial player in the match.
PAK vs USA Match Prediction
Although Pakistan have greater experience and bench-strength, we have already proved our capability to beat any team. But considering Pakistan’s current form and their desire to avenge their previous defeat, they start off favorites.
Prediction: Pakistan to win the PAK vs USA Match 12 matchup.
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