COLOMBO – Pakistan rode on Sahibzada Farhan’s masterful 73 to post 190 for 9 against USA in a Group Stage thriller of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground. The innings showcased Pakistan’s batting depth amid early setbacks.
Electing to field, USA’s Monank Patel saw his bowlers tested early. Saim Ayub and Farhan laid the foundation with a 54-run stand in 5.1 overs. Ayub’s 19 came off 17 deliveries with aggressive strokeplay, but he holed out soon after. Salman Ali Agha followed quickly for 1.
Farhan then anchored the innings alongside Babar Azam, adding 81 crucial runs for the third wicket to reach 137. Babar’s 46 off 32 balls was elegant yet powerful. Farhan’s dismissal at 143 triggered a collapse, but his 41-ball stay included fireworks – 6 fours and 5 sixes.
Shadab Khan’s 30 off 12 balls provided the finishing flourish. For USA, van Schalkwyk was outstanding, bagging 4 wickets for 25 runs. The supporting cast of Mohsin, Singh, and Netravalkar grabbed a scalp each, with run-outs accounting for two dismissals and extras contributing 6.
As USA embarks on the chase, Pakistan’s score – boosted by Farhan’s heroics – promises a tense battle. This match underscores the growing competitiveness in global T20 cricket.