Pakistan Impress in T20 World Cup 2026 Opener Against Netherlands
Pakistan opened their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant performance against Netherlands in Colombo, showcasing disciplined bowling.
Pakistan Impress in T20 World Cup 2026 Opener Against Netherlands
Pakistan Begin T20 World Cup 2026 with Dominant Win Over Netherlands Pakistan began their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a composed and commanding performance against the Netherlands, setting the tone early in the tournament. The opening encounter was played at the Sinhalese Sports Club ground under clear conditions, with Pakistan opting to field first after winning the toss. Disciplined Bowling Sets the Foundation Pakistan’s bowlers delivered a disciplined display, restricting the Netherlands to a modest total despite a few resistance moments. Spinner Abrar Ahmed emerged as a key contributor, using flight and variation effectively. His dismissal of Colin Ackermann with a well-disguised carrom ball stood out as one of the highlights of the innings. The Netherlands managed to reach 127 for 5 in 16 overs before the scheduled break, but struggled to build momentum against Pakistan’s controlled bowling attack. The pace bowlers maintained tight lines, while spinners choked scoring …
