The cricket world is buzzing with excitement! The much-awaited India vs Pakistan match will take place on February 15, 2026, at the famous R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo during the Men's T20 Cricket World Cup. This tournament is special as it’s jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka and runs from February 7 to March 8. According to ESPNcricinfo, the Indian team, the reigning champions from 2024, will begin their journey against the USA on February 7 in Mumbai. Then, they face Namibia on February 12 in Delhi before locking horns with their fierce rivals Pakistan in Colombo. Their last group game is against the Netherlands on February 18 in Ahmedabad. Pakistan’s group matches will be played only in Colombo or Kandy. Both teams are placed in the same group along with USA, Netherlands, and Namibia, making it a fiery group to watch. This meeting will be the first since their electrifying clashes in the 2025 Asia Cup. The tournament format is familiar — 20 teams split into 4 groups of 5. The top two teams from each group will move to the Super Eights stage, followed by the knockouts. If India advance to the Super Eights, they will play in Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Kolkata. The semi-finals will be in Mumbai and either Colombo or Kolkata depending on which teams qualify. The grand final is set for Ahmedabad unless Pakistan make it, then Colombo might steal the spotlight. The ICC has chosen key venues spread across India and Sri Lanka, including Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Colombo, and Kandy for group matches. Knockout venues may change based on which teams play. Ahmedabad, famous for hosting big ICC finals recently, will most likely host the final. The tournament features 20 teams, including hosts India and Sri Lanka, along with Australia, England, South Africa, and others. India enters as defending champions after beating South Africa in the 2024 final in Barbados. Are you ready for this cricket carnival? India vs Pakistan is more than a match — it’s a battle full of passion, pride, and thrilling cricket!