England snatched a thrilling 2-wicket win over Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, on February 24, 2026. Harry Brook’s unbeaten 100 off 51 balls turned a shaky chase into semi-final glory, as England reached 166/8 in 19.1 overs chasing Pakistan’s 164/9.
Pakistan’s total looked defendable after Sahibzada Farhan’s 63, but Brook’s mastery exposed their death-over frailties. Pakistan National Cricket Team vs England Cricket Team Match Scorecard scorecard breaks it all down with tables, turning points, and insights you won’t find on standard live pages.
Match Overview
Pakistan won the toss and batted first on a Pallekele pitch offering early swing but turning grippy later under lights. England, needing a win to top Super 8 Group 2, chased with Brook anchoring amid collapses.
- Result: England won by 2 wickets (5 balls remaining)
- Player of the Match: Harry Brook (100 off 51, 10×4, 4×6)
- Points: England 2, Pakistan 0 (England advance to semis)
- Attendance/Venue Notes: Pallekele, known for high-scoring games, saw spin dominate post-15 overs
What most miss: Pakistan’s powerplay control (46/2) set a platform, but middle-order acceleration faltered against Dawson’s spin
Full Batting Scorecard Pakistan Innings: 164/9 in 20 overs
Farhan’s aggressive 63 (45 balls, 7×4, 2×6) rescued an early stutter, but regular strikes from England’s seam-spin mix curbed momentum.
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Sahibzada Farhan | lbw b Jamie Overton | 63 | 45 | 7 | 2 | 140.00 |
| Saim Ayub | c Bethell b Jofra Archer | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Agha Salman | c Overton b Liam Dawson | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Babar Azam (c) | b Jamie Overton | 25 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 104.17 |
| Fakhar Zaman | c Dawson b Adil Rashid | 25 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 156.25 |
| Shadab Khan | run out (Bethell/Buttler) | 23 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 209.09 |
| Usman Khan (wk) | c Overton b Liam Dawson | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | lbw b Liam Dawson | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Shaheen Afridi | c Curran b Jofra Archer | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Salman Mirza | not out | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Extras | (lb 4) | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 164/9 | 20 ov | CRR: 8.20 |
Powerplay (0.1-6): 46/2. Farhan’s pull shots punished short balls, but Archer’s bounce got Ayub
England Innings: 166/8 in 19.1 overs
Brook walked in at 4/3 after Afridi’s triple strike, then flayed 100 (51 balls, SR 196.08) first T20 WC ton by a captain. Late drama: Needed 3 off 6, Archer sealed with a four.
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Philip Salt | c Usman Khan b Shaheen Afridi | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jos Buttler | c Usman Khan b Shaheen Afridi | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Harry Brook (c) | b Shaheen Afridi | 100 | 51 | 10 | 4 | 196.08 |
| Jacob Bethell | c Farhan b Shaheen Afridi | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Tom Banton | c Usman Khan b Usman Tariq | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Sam Curran | c Nawaz b Usman Tariq | 16 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 106.67 |
| Will Jacks | b Mohammad Nawaz | 28 | 23 | 1 | 2 | 121.74 |
| Jamie Overton | st Usman Khan b Mohammad Nawaz | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Liam Dawson | not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Jofra Archer | not out | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 250.00 |
| Extras | (w 4) | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Total | 166/8 | 19.1 ov | CRR: 8.66 |
Bowling Figures: Pakistan Bowlers vs England
Afridi’s 4/30 was heroic, but 19-run over to Brook swung it. Nawaz struck twice late.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 0 | 30 | 4 | 7.50 |
| Salman Mirza | 3.1 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 8.21 |
| Saim Ayub | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 10.50 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 8.67 |
| Shadab Khan | 3 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 10.33 |
| Usman Tariq | 4 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 7.75 |
England Bowlers vs Pakistan
Dawson’s 3/24 choked the middle; Overton got key scalps cheaply.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Jofra Archer | 4 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 8.00 |
| Jamie Overton | 3 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 8.67 |
| Liam Dawson | 4 | 0 | 24 | 3 | 6.00 |
| Sam Curran | 3 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Adil Rashid | 4 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Will Jacks | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.50 |
Fall of Wickets & Partnerships
Pakistan: 1-20 (Ayub), 2-46 (Salman), 3-74 (Babar), 4-106 (Fakhar), 5-141 (Shadab), 6-150 (Usman), 7-150 (Nawaz), 8-152 (Shaheen), 9-164 (none).
England: 1-0 (Salt), 2-4 (Buttler), 3-25 (Bethell), 4-58 (Banton), 5-103 (Curran), 6-149 (Jacks), 7-149 (Overton), 8-162 (Brook).
Key partnership: Brook-Jacks 46 off 28 rebuilt from 58/4.
Turning Points
- Afridi’s Powerplay Burst (Overs 1-3): 3/11. Salt, Buttler, Bethell gone. England 12/3. But Brook survived a tough spell, farming strike.
- Brook’s Fifty (13.2 overs): Six over cover off Afridi. Shifted momentum; Pakistan leaked 50 in next 4 overs.
- Dawson’s Spin Web (Overs 10-14): 3/10. Dismantled Pakistan’s middle (Salman, Usman, Nawaz). Total stuck at 103/6 after 14.
- Final Over Drama: 7 needed off 6. Mirza’s short ball pulled by Archer for 4. England home.
Common mistake fans make: Blaming Babar’s 25 as captaincy fail. Reality: Pitch slowed; his anchoring allowed Farhan freedom.
Standout Performances
Harry Brook (100* off 51): Counterintuitive people think openers win chases; Brook, at No.3, faced 70% dot balls early, then exploded (10 fours post-50). First England captain’s WC ton. Bold opinion: He’s the format’s best anchor now.
Sahibzada Farhan (63 off 45): Opener’s role perfect took toll of Archer early. Dismissal triggered collapse; what people miss: His 75% control % vs England’s 84% for Brook.
Shaheen Afridi (4/30): Swing king, but over to Brook cost 19. Reality vs think: Not rusty matchup exploited by Brook’s feet movement.
Action step: Fantasy players, stack Brook-types for semis; avoid Pakistan openers on turning tracks.
Tactical Insights
Pakistan’s toss win smart batted first on dew-free pitch. But error: No specialist death bowler; Mirza (8.21 econ) exposed. Babar persisted with spin despite Brook’s ramps.
England’s gamble: Dawson over legspin variety. Paid off 6 econ strangled runs. Stokes-like Brook captaincy: Promoted himself, rotated strikes.
What go wrong often: Pakistan’s middle-order shot selection (Shadab runout). Fix: Practice sweep drills for Pallekele grip.
Your move: Captains, prioritize all-rounders like Dawson for subcontinent WC games.
Key Stats & Records
- Brook: 1st captain’s T20 WC 100; 5th consecutive England semi.
- H2H T20 WC: England lead 8-4 post this.
- Afridi: 50th T20I wicket vs ENG.
- Pallekele: Avg 1st inns 172; this chase under par due to spin (28% false turn rate est.).
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| Stat | Pakistan | England |
| Powerplay Score | 46/2 | 25/3 |
| Dot Ball % | 42% | 38% |
| Boundary % | 52% | 55% |
What This Means Next
England semis-bound, face likely WI/SF. Brook’s form spikes auction value IPL teams, bid high.
Pakistan (1 pt from 2) need NZ win + big margin vs SL. Players: Farhan lock T20I opener; Babar rethink No.4.
Fan action:
- Watch ENG semi live on ICC app.
- Fantasy: Captain Brook in drafts.
- Predict: England favorites (-150 odds).
This win exposes Pakistan’s WC choke history fix death bowling or repeat 2022 semis exit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the final score in pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team match scorecard T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8?
Ans. England won by 2 wickets. Pakistan scored 164/9 (20 overs); England chased 166/8 in 19.1 overs at Pallekele. Harry Brook’s 100* sealed it.
Q2. Who won the ENG vs PAK scorecard match in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Group 2?
Ans. England defeated Pakistan by 2 wickets with 5 balls remaining. Brook’s unbeaten century (100* off 51) powered the chase of 165 at Kandy.
Q3. Who was the player of the match in pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team match scorecard?
Ans. Harry Brook earned Player of the Match for 100* (51 balls, 10×4, 4×6, SR 196) first T20 WC captain’s ton. Key in England’s thrilling chase.
Q4. What are Harry Brook’s batting details in ENG vs PAK full scorecard T20 World Cup 2026?
Ans. Harry Brook scored 100* off 51 balls (10 fours, 4 sixes, SR 196.08). Entered at 12/3, rebuilt with 46-run stand, finished unbeaten.
Q5. Who topped the scoring in pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team match scorecard batting scorecard?
Ans. Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan) 63 off 45 (7×4, 2×6, SR 140). Harry Brook (England) 100* was chase hero. No other fifties.
Q6. What were the bowling figures of Shaheen Afridi in ENG vs PAK scorecard?
Ans. Shaheen Afridi: 4/30 in 4 overs (econ 7.50). Took early wickets (Salt, Buttler, Bethell, Brook), but leaked 19 in one over to Brook.
Q7. What are the fall of wickets details for Pakistan in pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team match scorecard?
Ans. Pakistan FOW: 1-20 (Ayub, 3.1ov), 2-46 (Salman, 5.6ov), 3-74 (Babar, 11.2ov), 4-106 (Fakhar, 15.4ov), 5-141 (Shadab, 18.2ov), up to 164/9.
Q8. Where was the pallekele stadium scorecard match between Pakistan and England played?
Ans. Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Hosted T20 WC 2026 Super 8 on Feb 24. Spin-friendly pitch after powerplay; avg 1st inns 172.
Q9. Did Babar Azam score a fifty in pakistan vs england t20 scorecard World Cup 2026?
Ans. No, Babar Azam scored 25 off 24 balls (SR 104.17, 2×4). Anchored early but dismissed by Overton; enabled Farhan’s 63.
Q10. What was the powerplay score in pakistan national cricket team vs england cricket team match scorecard for both teams?
Ans. Pakistan powerplay: 46/2. England powerplay: 25/3 (Afridi burst). Key stat showing England’s early collapse before Brook revival.
