PAK vs NED, Match 1, Cricket Tips: The long-awaited ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to commence on February 7. Pakistan will be in action as they will lock horns with the Netherlands in the first game of the tournament. This contest will begin at 11 AM IST on Saturday at Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
Salman Agha and his men have boycotted the clash against India, which means they have to win all their remaining games. But even a loss or washout can put the elimination threat on them. The Netherlands can surely upset them, but with the current form, it will be tough for them.
PAK vs NED: Match Details
Date: February 07, 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 11:00 PM IST
Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
PAK vs NED Live Streaming Details
The live action of the ICC T20 World Cup will be available on the Star Sports Networks in India. Fans can also enjoy the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website.
PAK vs NED: Head-to-Head in T20Is
Total Matches: 2
Pakistan: 2
Netherlands: 0
No-Result: 0
PAK vs NED: Ground Pitch Report
Sinhalese Sports Club is known to be slow and bowler-friendly. The spin will be key here, because the wicket is expected to break down with time. This has a morning start, and there will be some moisture early on, so it is better to bowl first here.
PAK vs NED: Possible XIs
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Agha (c), Babar Azam, Usman Khan (wk), Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Abrar Ahmed
Netherlands: Michael Levitt, Max O'Dowd, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Zach Lion Cachet, Noah Cross, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Kyle Klein
PAK vs NED: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Saim Ayub looked good with the bat against Australia, and he will enjoy it here in Sri Lanka. For the Netherlands, the experienced opener Max O'Dowd will be a key batter at the top.
Probable Best Bowler
Abrar Ahmed in slow conditions will be the one to watch out for. For the Netherlands, Aryan Dutt can be a great bowler at this deck in Colombo.
Today Match Prediction: Netherlands have an inexperienced side, but Pakistan are in great form. We predict Pakistan to beat the Netherlands on Saturday.
Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.