Revenge, at last. Two years after the United States stunned Pakistan in a Super Over at the 2024 T20 World Cup in Dallas, Pakistan settled the score. On February 10, 2026, they beat the USA by 32 runs in Colombo to make it two wins from two in Group A of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Here is the full Pakistan vs USA match report, with the scorecard, the key performers and what the result meant for both teams.
Pakistan vs USA: Match Summary
| Competition | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Group A (12th match) |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10, 2026 |
| Venue | Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Pakistan | 190/9 (20 overs) |
| USA | 158/8 (20 overs) |
| Result | Pakistan won by 32 runs |
Pakistan Innings: Farhan Sets the Tone
Opener Sahibzada Farhan gave Pakistan exactly the start they needed. He attacked from the first over and finished with 73 off just 41 balls, hitting six fours and five sixes. Babar Azam played the supporting role with 46 off 32 balls, and Shadab Khan added a quick 30 off 12 deliveries to push the total towards 200.
The USA fought back well at the death. Shadley van Schalkwyk was the pick of their bowlers with 4 for 25, and regular wickets meant Pakistan finished on 190 for 9 rather than the bigger total that once looked possible.
| Pakistan batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | 73 | 41 |
| Babar Azam | 46 | 32 |
| Shadab Khan | 30 | 12 |
USA Chase: A Brave Effort Falls Short
Chasing 191, the USA needed a fast start and big partnerships. Shubham Ranjane gave them hope with 51 off 30 balls, including three sixes, and Shayan Jahangir added 49 off 34. Milind Kumar chipped in with 29, but every time the Americans built momentum, Pakistan found a wicket.
Spinner Usman Tariq was the key, taking 3 for 27, while Shadab Khan backed up his quick runs with 2 for 26. The USA finished on 158 for 8, 32 runs short.
| Best bowling | Team | Figures |
|---|---|---|
| Shadley van Schalkwyk | USA | 4-25 |
| Usman Tariq | Pakistan | 3-27 |
| Shadab Khan | Pakistan | 2-26 |
Why This Win Mattered for Pakistan
The 2024 defeat to the USA was one of the most painful results in Pakistan’s T20 history and played a big part in their early exit from that tournament. Beating the same opponent convincingly in 2026 helped close that chapter. It also followed a three-wicket win over the Netherlands, giving Pakistan a clean record from their first two games.
Pakistan went on to reach the Super 8 stage, where they were drawn with England, New Zealand and Sri Lanka. England and New Zealand took the two semi-final places from that group, so Pakistan’s tournament ended there.
What It Meant for the USA
The defeat was the USA’s second in two matches, after a 29-run loss to India. Even so, there were clear positives. Ranjane and Jahangir showed they can score quickly against top-level bowling, and van Schalkwyk’s four wickets proved the Americans can compete with the best. For a team still building its cricket culture, those performances matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Pakistan vs USA at the 2026 T20 World Cup?
Pakistan won by 32 runs. They scored 190/9 and restricted the USA to 158/8.
Where was Pakistan vs USA played in 2026?
At the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on February 10, 2026. Pakistan played all their 2026 World Cup matches in Sri Lanka.
Who was Pakistan’s top scorer against the USA?
Sahibzada Farhan, with 73 runs off 41 balls.
For the full tournament story, read our T20 World Cup 2026 recap, or look back at the India vs Pakistan clash from the same tournament.
Sources: Al Jazeera and ESPNcricinfo.
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