England Beats Pakistan By Two Wickets In T20 World Cup

In a thrilling encounter during the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026, England defeated Pakistan by two wickets, securing their spot in the semi-finals. Captain Harry Brook's remarkable century, scoring 100 runs off 51 balls, was pivotal in England's chase of Pakistan's target of 165 runs. Despite a shaky start, losing early wickets, Brook's performance, supported by Will Jacks, helped England clinch victory with just 10 runs needed when he was dismissed. As reported by Independent Urdu, 'Brook's innings included four sixes and ten fours, showcasing his dominance over the Pakistani bowlers.' Pakistan's innings saw Sahibzada Farhan top-scoring with 63 runs, but the team struggled to build partnerships, leading to their total of 164 runs, which was deemed competitive but ultimately insufficient against a resilient England side. The match took place at the Palekelle Stadium in Sri Lanka, where Pakistan's captain Salman Agha expressed disappointment over the result, stating, 'Our hopes are now nearly extinguished.'