Pakistan vs USA
LIVE Match 12 • T20 World Cup 2026 • Colombo (SSC)
Probable XI & Team News
Pakistan Update: The Men in Green will look to dominate the proceedings. Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are key at the top. The pace trio of Shaheen, Naseem, and Rauf will be eager to exploit any swing available under the lights at the SSC.
USA Update: Team USA enters as the underdog but with plenty of firepower. Corey Anderson and Nitish Kumar provide stability in the middle order. Their left-arm seamer Saurabh Netravalkar will be crucial in the powerplay against Pakistan's right-handers.
- Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam
- Fakhar Zaman
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Shadab Khan
- Imad Wasim
- Shaheen Afridi (C)
- Naseem Shah
- Haris Rauf
- Abrar Ahmed
- Monank Patel (C & WK)
- Steven Taylor
- Andries Gous
- Aaron Jones
- Corey Anderson
- Nitish Kumar
- Harmeet Singh
- Shadley van Schalkwyk
- Jasdeep Singh
- Saurabh Netravalkar
- Nosthush Kenjige
Match Preview: Pakistan vs USA (Match 12)
Tuesday night cricket features a Group A showdown between Pakistan and the USA in Match 12 of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC), Colombo. Pakistan will aim for a comprehensive victory to boost their Net Run Rate, while the USA looks to cause a major upset on the global stage.
Pitch Report: SSC, Colombo
The SSC track typically offers good bounce and carry, making it decent for batting. However, under lights, the ball might zip around a bit initially. Spinners will play a role as the match progresses. A score of 170+ is expected to be competitive.
Key Battles to Watch
- 🚀 Shaheen Afridi vs Steven Taylor: The lethal first over from Shaheen against the aggressive intent of Taylor.
- 🏏 Babar Azam vs Saurabh Netravalkar: Class vs Control. Netravalkar's tight lines against Babar's masterful technique.
- 💥 Haris Rauf vs Corey Anderson: High pace against raw power in the death overs.
FAQs: Pakistan vs USA Live
Q: What time does the PAK vs USA match start?
A: The match begins at 07:00 PM IST (07:00 PM Local Time) on February 10, 2026.
Q: Where can I watch the match?
A: Watch live on the player above. In Pakistan, the match will be broadcast on PTV Sports and Ten Sports. In the USA, check Willow TV.
Q: Is there a chance of rain?
A: The weather is expected to be clear, but humidity will be high in Colombo.