T20 WC: Pakistan Wins Toss, Opts to Field Against India in High-Stakes Clash

• Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first against India in their Group A ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
• Pakistan captain Salman Agha cited the tacky pitch conditions, expecting it to assist bowlers early on.
• Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav stated they were looking to bat first, having successfully defended in their last two games, and announced two changes to the squad: Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav replacing Arshdeep Singh.
• India holds a dominant T20 World Cup record against Pakistan, with 7 wins in 8 encounters, and a 13-3 overall T20I record.
• Both teams enter the match undefeated in the tournament, with India leading Group A with 4 points and a superior Net Run Rate.