The clash on February 26 between the Indian cricket team and the Zimbabwe cricket team is another reflection of what this ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has brought among the fans. It’s not just about the runs, wickets, or the net run rate. It’s about the mental strength, belief, and the last-minute work for the difference between staying alive and packing bags.

In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super 8 stage, the matches haven’t been only routine like the group stage fixtures. Every run will be part of history, while every wicket will make a cause. Every misfield and dropped catch will hurt and push the millions of fans to stay glued to the screen across the world.

India arrived with a heartbreaking yet massive defeat against South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium, while Zimbabwe looked perplexed against the West Indies at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Match Intent: Why This Game Matters More Than It Looks

This is not a group match, and the pressure is immense on India, being the co-host, as this is a game of controlling the table and fighting for survival.

India is playing to keep itself alive in the tournament, where it was the clear favorite to claim the title. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe also finds itself in the same state of remaining alive in the campaign.

A defeat in the game will be the end of the campaign for either side. Neither of them has a great net run rate after their respective defeats in the first game, and that means one victory won’t be enough for the semifinal qualification.

What Fans Can Expect: Tension Before Fireworks

The game at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai won’t be about the mindless slogging from the very first ball. The powerplay runs along with the death overs; bowling will be vital for both sides.

India will look to go hard against an inexperienced bowling line-up of Zimbabwe, who will play their first-ever T20I game in Chennai, and are coming off several mistakes in Mumbai.

On the other hand, Zimbabwe knows the pressure the Suryakumar Yadav-led side is under because of their semifinal qualification. They have some good spinners to tackle the powerplay batting of the home side.

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It will be the game between those who can handle pressure till the eleventh hour.

H2 Super 8 Group Scenario: Where Things Stand Right Now

Before the India vs Zimbabwe clash, Group 1 looks like this

The top two teams of this group will qualify for the semi-final of the tournament.

India vs Zimbabwe Head-to-Head in T20 World Cups

The only clash between the two sides in the T20 World Cup happened during the 2022 season at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India’s recent tournament record has been fabulous, as that defeat to the Proteas was their only defeat in the last two T20 World Cups. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe were unbeaten in the event till they lost to the West Indies.

Pitch Report: What The Surface Will Demand Tonight

The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, after renovation, has been quite batting-friendly with the batters playing their shots regularly to post the big scores on the board.

Key pitch characteristics:

• New ball batting remains quite easy.
• The spinners have found grip in the middle overs.
• Spinners and cutters become effective in the death overs.
• Under lights, the dew can be a factor for the chasing side.

A score around 175-185 will be really competitive for the teams, as the chasing will be easy only if the dew makes an appearance.

The batters need to adapt faster on the surface against the slower deliveries.

India’s Path: Puzzling yet successive

India finished the group stage with four wins in as many games. They didn’t enjoy a complete game of full dominance with the bat, but different players stepped up in various situations whenever required. However, clarity is missing in their campaign so far.

Their biggest strength has been their spin bowling, including Varun Chakravarthy, and how Jasprit Bumrah has bowled in the death, along with the strong batting unit.

Zimbabwe qualification: No chance of slipping

Zimbabwe just can’t slip from hereon. Even if they win their next two clashes, the focus will be on their NRR and them relying on other results.

Fan Energy: Why This Feels Like a Knockout Game

The fans will be on the edge of their seat to see how the Indian side makes a comeback in the event against Zimbabwe, as the fan engagement will be at its best for the India vs Zimbabwe meeting. It’s about keeping the belief in the eleven players in the middle.

Every boundary will be cheered louder, with every wicket being counted, but every mistake will also be remembered.

The game will be more than just a normal cricket match.

Final Take: Pressure Reveals Everything

The beauty of the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 is how teams cope with pressure at this stage. Till now, India hasn’t had any pressure with things going in their favor.

But now, suddenly, when things didn’t go their way, they looked puzzled. The question remains if they could turn the tables with a special performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who won today’s India vs Zimbabwe T20 World Cup 2026 match?

The result will have a massive effect on the qualification of Group 1 of the T20 World Cup 2026, but India starts as the favorite for the fixture.

Q2. Can India still qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals?

India will need to win both their last two games for the qualification and improve their net run rate.

Q3. How important was this match for Zimbabwe?

The fixture is so vital for Zimbabwe, as a defeat will put the curtains down for the event.

Q4. What role did the pitch play in the match?

The pitch is expected to be equal for both batters and bowlers. The teams have got big scores at this ground, while the spinners can get help off the surface.

Q5. How many teams qualify from the Super 8 stage?

Two teams from each group will qualify for the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals.

The blockbuster Duper 8 contest from the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between the England cricket team and Pakistan cricket team is one of the reasons why the fans fall in love with the ICC World Cups. It’s not just about the points and net run rate, but also about the belief and momentum along with the skills between the two sides to stay alive rather than packing their bags.

Once the group stage reached the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super 8 stage, it stopped being only a routine game as every run counted along with every wicket. All the misfields and the dropped catches became part of the history, while every decision from the captain and management echoed the sentiments of millions of fans, who were glued to the screens across the continents.

The Harry Brook-led side made their way into the contest with confidence and in form, while Pakistan, renowned for being dangerous when concerned, arrived. 

Match Intent: Why This Game Matters More Than It Looks

This is not only the so-called ‘group match’ but also the fixture between controlling the table and fighting for survival. England, who won their previous game against Sri Lanka in Pallekele, are playing to lock the semifinal spot, and will hope to get the job done before the New Zealand clash. Meanwhile, Pakistan keep breathing somehow after their abandoned clash against the Kiwis due to rain.

 A defeat will not only break their defense, but also put them in a situation of defending on other results, rain equations, and the NRR math, something which they unfortunately are quite familiar with.

What Fans Can Expect: Tension Before Firecrackers

Pakistan will come with all guns blazing. They would look to remember their recent bilateral home series victory against Australia at home, while England will look to apply the pressure with the powerplay wickets with the new ball and go hard against their pacers, who have struggled to find success.

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Middle overs could be crucial equally, as the Harry Brook-led side will be up against some quality spin bowling of the Pakistan side, who have done really well.

This is the game where experience will come in handy rather than reputation.

Super 8 Group Scenario: Where Things Stand Right Now

Before the England vs Pakistan clash, Group 2 looks like this:

The top two teams will qualify for the semifinals, as every result matters at the moment.

England vs Pakistan Head-to-Head in T20 World Cups

The stats show that both sides are quite competitive.

 The numbers suggest that England has the upper hand in the T20 WCs against this opposition. They also beat their opponents in the final of the 2022 World Cup in Melbourne and claimed the title.

Pitch Report: What the Surface Will Demand Tonight

The pitch is expected to be slow as the game progresses in the middle overs. Batting won’t be an easy job, as the ones with special skills against the spinners will be comfortable.

Key pitch characteristics:

1. The new ball becomes important for batting.
2. Vital to keep a set batter in the middle overs.
3. Spinners and cutters will be effective in the death overs.
4. Chasing could be tough if the dew stays away on a slow surface.
5. A score of around 160-170 could be competitive, and the team batting second will need clarity and no panic in completing the work. The better team of adaptation will get the job done.

England’s Path: Calculated and Ruthless with calmness

A win against Pakistan will take England to 4 points, as they will seal the semifinal spot. A defeat won’t hurt them either, as they will have a chance against New Zealand in the last Super 8 clash with a healthy NRR. They have that clarity.

Pakistan’s Qualification path to semifinals: No margin for error

Pakistan finds itself on a do-or-die path. They need to beat England and continue the same result against the Blackcaps. If they lose in Kany, then the qualification will be tough, and it can slip out of their hand. They will then rely on the other teams and the weather.

In short: Win now rather than waiting and worrying later.

Fan Energy: Why this gives knockout game feeling

The fan engagement will be at its peak for the fixture. England vs Pakistan is not just another fixture, especially for this contest. It’s about getting the right thing with both bat and ball, along with the impact of tactics.

Every boundary will be cheered louder.

Every wicket will become part of the history.

Every mistake will haunt.

This is not just a game of runs and wickets.

Final Take: Pressure Reveals Everything

England will have their belief in their work. Pakistan must trust the process.

Tonight will show who can absorb the pressure better than the other.

One team will take a step closer to the semifinal, while the other will get their calculators out. That’s the beauty of this T20 World Cup 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who won today’s England vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match?

England started well with the ball, keeping the Pakistan batters in check. The result makes a massive impact on the semifinal race.

Q2. Can Pakistan still qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals?

Yes, but qualification will be hard after a probable defeat. Apart from a convincing win in the next game, they will need to keep an eye on other aspects.

Q3. How important was this match for England?

A win guarantees England’s semifinal spot, while a loss makes it a little hard for them during the next encounter against New Zealand.

Q4. What role did the pitch play in the match?

The pitch slowed down after the powerplay as the ball became old, which pushed the teams to use their spinners as the batters focused on strike rotation.

Q5. How many teams qualify from the Super 8 stage?

The top two teams from each Super 8 group will make it to the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals.

England Women (ENG W) will take on Sri Lanka Women (SL W) in Match No. 12 of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium on Saturday, October 11. The English outfit captained by Heather Knight has been in terrific form thus far, winning both of their opening matches with ease and sitting second on the points table. England’s versatility and experience is strengthening their case as one of the main title contenders this year. 

Sri Lanka Women, under the captaincy of Chamari Athapaththu, are still chasing their first victory of the competition. Sri Lanka suffered a loss in their opening match against India, followed by a washout against Australia in their second match, leaving them with just one point. The batting line-up from the island nation will need to be more consistent if they are to put England’s strong bowling attack to the test. 

England have dominated Sri Lanka historically, with their head-to-head statistics proving this further. Sri Lanka will need a spirited performance from their captain and senior players to stun the opposition in Colombo. The tournament is moving quickly now, and both teams will be keen to fortify their position on the table, and build some momentum.

ENG-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head in ODIs

England Women have a dominant record over Sri Lanka Women, having won most of their past encounters convincingly across formats.

• Matches Played: 20
• ENG-W Won: 17
• SL-W Won: 1
• No Result: 2

ENG-W vs SL-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has seen teams that bat first have success, as the first-innings scores are usually high and can be decisive.

• Total Matches: 181
• Matches won batting first: 100
• Matches won bowling first: 69
• Average 1st Innings Score: 232
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 190
• Highest Total: 375/5 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (15.2 overs) by SL vs IND
• Highest Successful Chase: 292/4 (48.3 overs) by SL vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 170/10 (49.2 overs) by WI-W vs SL-W

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ENG-W vs SL-W: Predicted Playing XIs

England Women (ENG-W): Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W): Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of eleven matches, the points table looks like this:

New Zealand Women (NZ W) will take on Bangladesh Women (BAN W) in the 11th Match of the ICC Women’s  World Cup 2025 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati at 3:00 PM IST on Friday, October 10. The Sophie Devine led side has had a tough start to their campaign, losing their first two matches against Australia then South Africa. Despite an impressive squad, the White Ferns currently sit seventh on the table and are in need of a first win.

Conversely, Bangladesh Women led by Nigar Sultan, are also in a must-win situation after their mixed bag of results in the two opening fixtures. After one win and one defeat, they currently sit fifth in the tournament. Bangladesh will be hoping to capitalize on New Zealand's poor form, to be able to gain. The fixture promises to hel a close contest, with both sides looking to pull their campaigns back on track while hoping to remain in contention for the tournament's semi-finals.

NZ W vs BAN W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

New Zealand holds a clear edge over Bangladesh in their previous ODI encounters.

• Matches Played: 4
• NZ-W Won: 2
• BAN-W Won: 0
• No Result: 2

NZ-W vs BAN-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati normally has good to balanced conditions for both batters and bowlers in different phases of the game.

• Total Matches: 6
• Matches won batting first: 2
• Matches won bowling first: 4
• Average 1st Innings Score: 210
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 191
• Highest Total: 373/7 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (30.4 overs) by ENG-W vs IND-W
• Highest Successful Chase: 326/2 (42.1 overs) by IND vs WI
• Lowest Total Defended: 269/8 (47 overs) by IND-W vs SL-W

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NZ-W vs BAN-W: Predicted Playing XIs

New Zealand Women (NZ-W): Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (C), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (WK), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing

Bangladesh Women (BAN-W): Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (WK/C), Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akter Meghla

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of ten matches, the updated points table is as follows:

India Women (IND W) will play against South Africa Women (SA W) in Match No. 10 of the ICC Women's World Cup 202 on Thursday, October 9, at 3:00 PM IST at the ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The hosts have got off to a fantastic start to their campaign with two wins, sitting comfortably in the top half of the points table. Harmanpreet Kaur's Indian team would like to continue this thrilling run and solidify its potential to qualify for the semi-finals.

South Africa began their tournament with a heavy 10-wicket loss to England but bounced back with a win over New Zealand in Indore. The Laura Wolvaardt-captained side will attempt to carry that confidence forward and turn over the in-form Indian team. Historically, India has the edge over South Africa in ODIs, winning four of five head-to-head encounters, but anything can happen in the World Cup.

IND-W vs SA-W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

India holds a clear edge over South Africa in their overall head-to-head record.

• Matches: 33
• Won by IND-W: 20
• Won by SA-W: 12
• No Result: 1

IND-W vs SA-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The ACA–VDCA Cricket Stadium, in Visakhapatnam, has good batting conditions with better success for teams chasing historically.

• Total Matches: 15
• Matches won batting first: 3
• Matches won bowling first: 10
• Average 1st Innings Score: 233
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 205
• Highest Total: 387/5 (50 overs) by IND vs WI
• Lowest Total: 76/10 (39.3 overs) by SL-W vs IND-W
• Highest Successful Chase: 292/5 (48.5 overs) by IND vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 229/5 (50 overs) by IND-W vs SL-W

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IND-W vs SA-W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W): Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh Thakur

South Africa Women (SA-W): Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of nine matches, the updated points table is as follows:

Australia Women (AUS W) will face off against Pakistan Women (PAK W) in Match No. 9 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, October 8, at 3:00 PM IST. Australia WI enters the encounter with an impressive win over New Zealand in their opening fixture, while their second match against Sri Lanka was abandoned and both teams received a point. Australia is preferred by Alyssa Healy and will look to continue their winning momentum and gain points on the points table.

On the other hand, Pakistan Women lost their first two matches to Bangladesh and India and sit last on the points table. Pakistan will be led by Fatima Sana, and the aim will be to obtain maximum points at every opportunity to improve their position in the semi-finals. This will be an interesting encounter, as Australia will look to continue to assert their dominance, while Pakistan will look for the upset.

AUS-W vs PAK-W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

Australia completely dominates the head-to-head record against Pakistan.

• Matches Played: 16
• AUS-W Won: 16
• PAK-W Won: 0
• No Result: 0

AUS-W vs PAK-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has seen teams that bat first have success, as the first-innings scores are usually high and can be decisive.

• Total Matches: 180
• Matches won batting first: 99
• Matches won bowling first: 69
• Average 1st Innings Score: 233
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 191
• Highest Total: 375/5 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (15.2 overs) by SL vs IND
• Highest Successful Chase: 292/4 (48.3 overs) by SL vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 170/10 (49.2 overs) by WI-W vs SL-W

See Also: Top 3 reasons why Bangladesh-W lost to England-W in the Women's World Cup 2025 match 8

AUS-W vs PAK-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Australia Women (AUS-W): Alyssa Healy (WK/C), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Darcie Brown

Pakistan Women (PAK-W): Muneeba Ali, Sadaf Shamas, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (C), Sidra Nawaz (WK), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of eight matches, the points table looks like this:

England Women (ENG-W) will face Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) in Match No. 8 of the ICC Women’s  World Cup 2025 will take place at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday, October 7, at 3:00 PM IST. Both teams come into this encounter off the back of confidence-boosting wins in their opening fixtures. England Women defeated South Africa at a canter by 10 wickets, while Bangladesh Women beat Pakistan by seven wickets in their first match. 

Both teams are currently in third and fourth place in the points table, separated by Net Run Rate, it promises to be an exciting tournament as both teams will be seeking to extend their winning forms and enhance their chances of qualification for the semi-finals. England and Bangladesh have only played one previous One-Day International against each other, which the England team won by 100 runs.

ENG-W vs BAN-W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

England dominate the head-to-head record, having won their only previous encounter.

• Matches Played: 1
• ENG-W Won: 1
• BAN-W Won: 0
• No Result: 0

ENG-W vs BAN-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati generally offers balanced conditions, assisting both batters and bowlers at different stages of the game.

• Total Matches: 5
• Matches won batting first: 2
• Matches won bowling first: 3
• Average 1st Innings Score: 216
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 193
• Highest Total: 373/7 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (30.4 overs) by ENG-W vs IND-W
• Highest Successful Chase: 326/2 (42.1 overs) by IND vs WI
• Lowest Total Defended: 269/8 (47 overs) by IND-W vs SL-W

See Also: Top 3 reasons why New Zealand-W lost to South Africa-W in the Women's World Cup 2025 match 7

ENG-W vs BAN-W: Predicted Playing XIs

England Women (ENG-W): Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (WK), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell.

Bangladesh Women (BAN-W): Fargana Hoque, Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (WK/C), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi.

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of seven matches, the points table looks like this.

New Zealand Women (NZ-W) will take on South Africa Women (SA-W) in Match No. 7 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Holkar Cricket Stadium on Monday, October 6, at 3:00 PM IST, Indore. The White Ferns commenced their World Cup journey with a disappointing 89-run defeat to the defending champions Australia at the same venue, where their batsmen faltered against the Australians' bowling attack.

Meanwhile, South Africa's Women had a horror start to their World Cup campaign, getting bowled out for 69 runs in just 20.4 overs against England in Guwahati, with the English side chasing down the target successfully with 10 wickets to spare. Both sides will be desperate to capture their first points in the tournament. Captains Sophie Devine and Laura Wolvaardt will hope to lead their teams to successes after receiving heavy defeats. Historically, South Africa has dominated their recent ODI rivalry by winning 6 our of 7 recent ODIs against New Zealand.

NZ-W vs SA-W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

New Zealand leads the overall record, but South Africa have performed better in recent meetings.

• Matches Played: 20
• NZ-W Won: 12
• Pak-W Won: 8
• No Result: 0

NZ-W vs SA-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is known for high-scoring games, with teams batting first often holding the advantage.

• Total Matches: 8
• Matches won batting first: 6
• Matches won bowling first: 2
• Average 1st Innings Score: 331
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 257
• Highest Total: 418/5 (50 overs) by IND vs WI
• Lowest Total: 217/10 (28.2 overs) by AUS vs IND
• Highest Successful Chase: 294/5 (47.5 overs) by IND vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 247/9 (50 overs) by IND vs SA

See Also: Top 3 reasons why Pakistan-W lost to India-W in the Women's World Cup 2025 match 6

NZ-W vs SA-W: Predicted Playing XIs

New Zealand Women (NZ-W): Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (C), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (WK), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing.

South Africa Women (SA-W): Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt (C), Nadine de Klerk, Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba.

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of six matches, the points table looks like this.

The excitement continues to build in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 as arch-rivals India Women (IND W) face Pakistan Women (PAK W) in Match 6 at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Sunday, October 5, at 3:00 PM IST. No doubt this is one of the most watched matches of the tournament, with both sides wanting to secure vital points at the early stages of the group.

India Women come off a solid 59-run win against Sri Lanka, and there will be plenty of confidence in their side after starting their campaign. They batted first after winning the toss and were able to finish on 269/8 in a rain-interrupted 47 overs, a brilliant knock from Amanjot Kaur (57), Deepti Sharma (53), Harleen Deol (48), and Pratika Rawal (37). Harmanpreet Kaur led her bowling unit nicely and Sri Lanka were bowled out for 211, ending with a win on the DLS method. 

On otherhand, Pakistan Women will be looking to move on quickly from their seven-wicket loss to Bangladesh. Their batters didn't get going and were bowled out for just 129 in the match. Bangladesh chased down this score comfortably, led by Rubya Haider's unbeaten half-century. Fatima Sana and her batting unit will need improvement with the bat and also in the field to match a confident squad with India.

IND W vs PAK W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

India Women have completely dominated Pakistan Women in the ODI format.

• Matches Played: 11
• India W Won: 11
• Pakistan W Won: 0
• No Result: 0

IND-W vs PAK-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has seen teams that bat first have success, as the first-innings scores are usually high and can be decisive.

• Total Matches: 179
• Matches won batting first: 98
• Matches won bowling first: 69
• Average 1st Innings Score: 232
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 191
• Highest Total: 375/5 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (15.2 overs) by SL vs IND
• Highest Successful Chase: 292/4 (48.3 overs) by SL vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 170/10 (49.2 overs) by WI-W vs SL-W

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IND W vs PAK W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W): Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani

Pakistan Women (PAK-W): Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Rameen Shamim, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Sadia Iqbal

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of five matches, the points table looks like this.

Match No. 5 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025  will take place at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, with Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) taking on Australia Women (AUS-W) on Saturday, October 4 at 3:00 PM IST. The tournament is being co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, with Colombo as one of the primary venues in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka, captained by Chamari Athapaththu, got off to a rough start to the tournament, losing to India Women by 59 runs via the DLS method. Their batters struggled to chase down the 270 runs target, and now sit in sixth place in the points table with a negative NRR of -1.255. Sri Lanka have had difficulty against Australia in the past, having lost all 11 ODIs against them.

On the otherhand, Australia Women started in style; they defeated New Zealand Women by 89 runs in their opening match. Alyssa Healy’s side, led by Ashleigh Gardner, scored 326 runs. Although Sophie Devine, New Zealand captain, scored a century, New Zealand were all out for 237 runs, thus losing by a close margin of over 80 runs.

SL-W vs AUS-W: Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)

Australia Women hold a 100% win record over Sri Lanka Women in ODIs, winning all 11 encounters played so far.

• Matches Played: 11
• Sri Lanka-W Won: 0
• Australia-W Won: 11
• Tied: 0

SL-W vs AUS-W: Stadium Stats (ODIs)

The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has seen teams that bat first have success, as the first-innings scores are usually high and can be decisive.

• Total Matches: 179
• Matches won batting first: 98
• Matches won bowling first: 69
• Average 1st Innings Score: 232
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 191
• Highest Total: 375/5 (50 overs) by IND vs SL
• Lowest Total: 50/10 (15.2 overs) by SL vs IND
• Highest Successful Chase: 292/4 (48.3 overs) by SL vs AUS
• Lowest Total Defended: 170/10 (49.2 overs) by WI-W vs SL-W

See Also: Women's World Cup 2025: Who said what? after ENG-W vs SA-W match 4

SL-W vs AUS-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W): Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera

Australia Women (AUS-W): Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Darcie Brown

Women’s World Cup 2025: Points Table

After the completion of four matches, the points table looks like this.