Pakistan takes on the United States of America in the 12th match of Group A at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The night fixture is part of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM local time.
This encounter comes with added context following the teams’ dramatic meeting in the 2024 T20 World Cup, where the USA defeated Pakistan in a Super Over.
Match Details
The Group A encounter between Pakistan and the United States of America is scheduled to be played in Colombo under lights, with both teams aiming to strengthen their early position in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs United States of America |
| Match No. | 12th Match, Group A |
| Date | 10 February 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM (Local) |
| Venue | Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo |
| Match Type | Night, 20-over match |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
Pitch & Venue Report – Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo
The Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo offers a balanced playing surface, with the grass pitch providing good value for shots early in the innings.
As the match progresses, spinners tend to come into play, especially under floodlights. With a capacity of 10,000 and two distinct ends—the Tennis Courts End and the South End—the venue regularly hosts competitive night matches that reward both batters and bowlers.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Surface | Grass pitch |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Ends | Tennis Courts End, South End |
| Pitch Nature | Balanced; early help for batters, spin later |
Pakistan vs USA Match Squads (ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026)
Both teams have named balanced squads for this Group A clash, blending experienced internationals with in-form performers. Pakistan relies on its pace and all-round depth, while the USA squad leans on consistency from its top order and disciplined bowling unit.
Pakistan Squad
Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Babar Azam, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Salman Agha (c), Faheem Ashraf, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Usman Khan (wk), Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Khawaja Nafay (wk), Usman Tariq.
United States of America Squad
Shadley van Schalkwyk, Milind Kumar, Harmeet Singh, Shehan Jayasuriya, Andries Gous (wk), Shubham Ranjane, Saurabh Netravalkar, Shayan Jahangir (wk), Jasdeep Singh, Mohammad Mohsin, Ali Khan, Nosthush Kenjige, Monank Patel (c, wk), Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Saiteja Mukkamalla.
Head-to-Head: Pakistan vs USA
| Metric | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 |
| Pakistan Wins | 0 |
| USA Wins | 1 |
Players to Watch – Batters (Recent Form)
| Player | Team | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Saim Ayub | Pakistan | Made 267 runs in 10 matches. Scores at a steady pace with a 136 strike rate and usually gives Pakistan solid starts. |
| Salman Agha | Pakistan | Has 260 runs from 10 games with a 166 strike rate. Known for quick runs in the middle overs. |
| Saiteja Mukkamalla | USA | USA’s top run-getter with 376 runs in 10 matches. Averages 53.71 and scores fast. |
| Monank Patel | USA | Very consistent with 367 runs in 10 matches. Averages 61.17 and holds the innings together. |
Players to Watch – Bowlers (Recent Form)
| Player | Team | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Nawaz | Pakistan | Took 18 wickets in 10 matches. Keeps things tight with an economy of 6.18. |
| Abrar Ahmed | Pakistan | Has 15 wickets in 9 matches and gives away under 6 runs per over. Useful in the middle overs. |
| Milind Kumar | USA | Picked 6 wickets in 6 matches. Bowls economically at 5.14 runs per over. |
| Jasdeep Singh | USA | Also has 6 wickets from 6 games. A steady option with an economy of 6.38. |
Broadcast & Live Streaming Details
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be broadcast globally.
| Region / Country | TV Broadcaster(s) | Digital / Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV, Myco | Tamasha, ARY Zapp, Tapmad |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV (USA matches available free) |
| Sri Lanka | Dialog TV | ThePapare.com, Dialog Play |
| Global (Selected Regions) | — | ICC.tv |
Match Preview
Pakistan enters the contest with stronger recent international results, while the USA will draw confidence from their historic Super Over win against Pakistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup. With Group A points at stake, this fixture holds importance for both teams as the tournament progresses.
