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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: T20 World Cup Super Eights – teams, start, lineups

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: T20 World Cup Super Eights – teams, start, lineups

Summary

Pakistan and Sri Lanka are set to play a crucial match in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super Eights. Pakistan needs to win by a large margin against Sri Lanka to advance to the semifinals. The match will take place at Pallekele Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka.

Key Facts

  • The match is between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, part of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super Eights.
  • It will be played on February 28 at Pallekele Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka.
  • Pakistan must win by a significant margin to qualify for the semifinals.
  • New Zealand currently holds second place in the group, but Pakistan can overtake them with a big win.
  • Pakistan's journey in the tournament includes wins against the Netherlands, the United States, and Namibia, but losses to India and England.
  • Sri Lanka has already been eliminated from semifinal contention after losing to England and New Zealand.
  • Pakistan's fast bowler Salman Mirza stated the team's focus remains on beating Sri Lanka regardless of the outcome on their semifinal chances.

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