IND vs PAK Dream11 Prediction & Best Dream11 Team Today: Pitch Report, Playing XI, Top Picks Match Preview, Fantasy Cricket Tips for ICC Men’s T20 WC 2026 Match 27
- Published: February 14, 2026
- Updated: February 14, 2026
- By AllCric Team
Match Preview
India and Pakistan face off in the 27th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. India enter the clash on the back of a 93-run win over Namibia, led by in-form batters Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav. Pakistan have also been dominant, claiming a 32-run victory over the USA, with their spin attack featuring Usman Tariq and Shadab Khan proving effective.
For IND vs PAK fantasy tips and IND vs PAK Dream11 prediction, India hold a slight edge due to a deeper batting lineup and stronger T20 World Cup record. However, Pakistan’s spinners on this slow, turning pitch could make it an exciting contest. For accurate IND vs PAK match prediction and complete match analysis, explore our expert guide now.
IND vs PAK Match Details
- Match: India vs Pakistan – 27th Match, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: 15 February 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo
IND vs PAK Recent Performance
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India: India have been in solid form, winning 4 of their last 5 T20Is. Ishan Kishan, fresh off 61 off 24 balls in the previous match, and Suryakumar Yadav have been key contributors. The batting depth and versatile bowling make them favorites in this high-pressure encounter.
Pakistan: Pakistan have won all 5 of their last T20Is, with top performances from Sahibzada Farhan (73 off 41) and Babar Azam. Their spin-heavy attack, led by Shadab Khan and Usman Tariq, will be crucial on Colombo’s sluggish pitch.
👉 Even though both teams are in great form, India vs Pakistan games have often delivered surprises in T20 World Cups. Before making your fantasy picks or match prediction, it’s smart to check the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup history and past results to see how this rivalry has played out over the years.
IND vs PAK Pitch & Weather Report
The R Premadasa Stadium pitch favors scores of 160–170, with the surface slowing as the game progresses. Spin bowlers will dominate middle overs, while seamers can exploit early swing. Overcast conditions and rain showers could favor the team bowling first.
This Sunday in Colombo, temperatures will reach 30–31°C with moderate rain showers and high humidity. Cloudy spells may help seamers, but play is expected to continue.
IND vs PAK Probable Playing XI
India (IND) Probable 11:
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
Pakistan (PAK) Probable 11:
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha (C), Babar Azam, Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Usman Tariq, Abrar Ahmed
Topmost Picks for IND vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
Top Picks – India
- Ishan Kishan – 61 runs off 24 in last match, SR 254.17.
- Hardik Pandya – 52 runs off 28, 2 wickets.
- Jasprit Bumrah – Reliable death bowler, 3 wickets in last match.
Top Picks – Pakistan
- Sahibzada Farhan – 73 off 41, strike rate 178.05.
- Shadab Khan – 30 off 12, 2 wickets.
- Usman Tariq – 3 wickets, X-factor spinner on slow pitch.
IND vs PAK Match 27 Dream11 Team Suggestion
Batters: Ishan Kishan (IND), Tilak Varma (IND), Suryakumar Yadav (IND), Sahibzada Farhan (PAK), Babar Azam (PAK)
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya (IND), Shivam Dube (IND), Shadab Khan (PAK)
Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah (IND), Usman Tariq (PAK), Mohammad Nawaz (PAK)
IND vs PAK Dream11 Tips
Wicketkeeper: Ishan Kishan (IND)
Captain: Suryakumar Yadav (IND), Sahibzada Farhan (PAK)
Vice-captain: Ishan Kishan (IND), Shadab Khan (PAK)
IND vs PAK Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
India have a slight edge in this blockbuster Group A clash due to their deeper batting order and stronger overall T20 World Cup record (7-1 H2H). Pakistan’s spin attack and in-form top order make them dangerous on the slow Colombo surface, but India’s firepower across the innings gives them the advantage. Backing India as winners, but expect a close contest.
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IND vs PAK Match FAQs
India are expected to win this match.
Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Sahibzada Farhan, Shadab Khan.
The R Premadasa Stadium pitch favors spinners in the middle overs, with moderate scores of 160–170. Early swing can help seamers, and batting first is slightly advantageous under rain-affected, cloudy conditions.