Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann praised India for their remarkable 61-run win against Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, labeling the team as the “pride of the nation.” The victory marked India’s third consecutive win, propelling them to the top of Group-A and securing a spot in the Super-8 round.
CM Yogi Adityanath also extended his congratulations to the Indian team, connecting the win to the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri. He expressed his joy for the victory and saluted the Indian cricket team for their achievement.
The intense match unfolded during the 27th game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, where India outplayed Pakistan by 61 runs, advancing to the Super-8 stage. Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined the nation in praising the team for their consistent performance against Pakistan, regardless of the format or venue.
BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla commended the team’s comprehensive display, emphasizing India’s dominant 8-1 head-to-head record against Pakistan in T20 World Cups. He specifically lauded the batting and bowling units for their exceptional performance during the match.
Ishan Kishan’s explosive 77 off 40 deliveries, supported by Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav’s partnership, guided India to a competitive total of 176 runs. Despite Saim Ayub’s notable bowling effort for Pakistan, India’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Varun Chakravarthy, effectively dismantled Pakistan’s batting lineup.
