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Dube's massive six breaks India-Pakistan T20 World Cup drought
15 Feb
Summary
- Shivam Dube hit an 88-meter six, India's first in 39 deliveries.
- Ishan Kishan scored 77 runs off 40 balls, leading India's total.
- India defeated Pakistan, extending their winning streak to six matches.
In a thrilling T20 World Cup 2026 encounter on February 15, 2026, India secured a crucial victory against Pakistan, extending their winning streak over their rivals to six matches. The Indian innings was anchored by a brilliant 77 off 40 balls from Ishan Kishan, including ten boundaries and three sixes.
Shivam Dube provided a moment of brilliance in the 18th over, launching an 88-meter six off Abrar Ahmed. This was India's first six after a dry spell of 39 deliveries. Dube contributed 27 runs off 17 balls, with Rinku Singh adding a quickfire unbeaten 11 off four deliveries.
This collective batting effort allowed India to reach a competitive total of 175/7. Pakistan's bowling attack, led by Saim Ayub's 3/25, fought back, but the Indian batsmen's late surge proved decisive.
The win further solidifies India's dominance in recent T20I encounters against Pakistan, who have not secured a victory since the 2022 Asia Cup.
