COLOMBO, FEB 10: The United States of America (USA) elected to bowl first after winning the toss against Pakistan in the 12th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo, on Tuesday.

Historically, Pakistan and the USA have faced each other only once in T20 cricket.

In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, the two sides clashed in a thrilling Group A match at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas, on June 6.

Pakistan posted 159/7 in 20 overs, with Babar Azam scoring 44 and Shadab Khan contributing 40.

USA replied with 159/3, anchored by a solid partnership including Monank Patel’s half-century.

The match was tied, forcing a Super Over, where the USA scored 18/1. Pakistan could only manage 13/1, handing the co-hosts a historic Super Over victory — one of the biggest upsets of the tournament.