India’s middle-order batsman Rinku Singh showcased his power-hitting skills with a magnificent six off Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi during Match No. 27 of the T20 World Cup 2026. The thrilling encounter took place on Sunday, February 15, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The six came on the fourth delivery of the final over of the Indian innings. Afridi aimed for a yorker but missed his mark, delivering a juicy full toss instead. Singh seized the opportunity and sent the ball soaring over deep mid-wicket for a breathtaking maximum, much to the delight of the fans.
Meanwhile, batting at No. 7, Rinku Singh played a crucial cameo, scoring an unbeaten 11 runs off just four balls. His brief but impactful innings included a boundary and a six, both of which came off Afridi in the final over.
In the same match, Ishan Kishan stole the show for India with a scintillating knock of 77 runs off 40 deliveries. Despite losing Abhishek Sharma early, Kishan took charge of the innings and guided the team to a solid total of 175/7. His innings featured 10 fours and three sixes, setting the tone for India’s batting performance.
Tilak Varma contributed 25 runs off 24 balls, while captain Suryakumar Yadav added 32 runs off 29 deliveries. In the death overs, Shivam Dube played a vital role with a quickfire 27 off 17 balls, including three fours and a six. Rinku Singh’s unbeaten cameo further boosted India’s total as they finished their 20 overs on a high note.
In response, Pakistan faced early setbacks and were struggling at 6/2 after 1.2 overs, losing both their openers. The match was poised for an exciting finish as both teams battled it out for supremacy on the field.
The electrifying contest between India and Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 showcased the talent and skill of players from both sides, thrilling fans with stellar performances and nail-biting moments. With Rinku Singh’s power-hitting display and Ishan Kishan’s dominant innings, the match provided a spectacle for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
The edited version of this article has been crafted by Dev Sharma, highlighting the key moments and standout performances from the thrilling encounter between two cricketing giants.

