Pakistan vs England Highlights, T20 World Cup 2026 Match 45 | Feb 24: England Secure Vital 2-Wicket Win over Pakistan to Move Top of Super Eights

PAK vs ENG 45th T20 World Cup Match Highlights began with England securing a tense two-wicket win over Pakistan at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 24, 2026. Chasing 165, England reached 166/8 in 19.1 overs to strengthen their position at the top of Group 2, while Pakistan slipped to third in the points table.

Pakistan, after being sent in to bat, posted 164/9 in their 20 overs on a surface that offered early movement and later assistance for spin. Sahibzada Farhan anchored the innings with 63 off 45 balls, bringing up his half-century in 37 deliveries. He found support from Fakhar Zaman’s brisk 25 off 16 and Shadab Khan’s late surge of 23 off 11. However, regular wickets prevented Pakistan from fully capitalising on their platform. From 122/3 in the 16th over, they lost momentum, slipping to 164/9 as Liam Dawson’s three-wicket spell and disciplined support from Jofra Archer and Jamie Overton applied control in the middle and death overs.

England’s chase began dramatically as Shaheen Shah Afridi struck three times in the powerplay, removing Phil Salt, Jos Buttler and Jacob Bethell. At 35/3 inside five overs, the chase required rebuilding. Harry Brook responded with calculated aggression, reaching his fifty off 28 balls and steering England to 53/3 at the end of the powerplay.

Brook continued to dictate terms through the middle overs, sharing crucial stands with Sam Curran and later Will Jacks. England crossed 100 in 11.1 overs, but Pakistan fought back as Usman Tariq and Mohammad Nawaz picked up timely wickets. Brook’s century came off 50 balls, highlighted by 10 fours and four sixes, but his dismissal at 155/6 in the 17th over left England briefly exposed.

Despite the late wobble, Jofra Archer’s unbeaten 5 off 2 balls alongside Liam Dawson ensured England crossed the line with five balls to spare. Shaheen’s 4/30 kept Pakistan in contention, yet Brook’s sustained counterattack proved decisive in a chase that fluctuated across phases.

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Toss Winner:

Pakistan, having won the toss, decided to take first strike with the bat.

Key Moment:

Harry Brook’s acceleration from fifty to a 50-ball hundred shifted the momentum decisively, especially as England moved from 117/5 in the 14th over to 155/6 by the end of the 17th, bringing the target within reach despite Pakistan’s earlier breakthroughs.

Star Performer / MVP:

Harry Brook defined the match with a commanding 100 off 51 balls, scoring over 60 percent of England’s target and anchoring the chase under sustained pressure.

Pakistan vs England Match Summary

PAK vs ENG Playing XI

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Usman Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Salman Mirza, Usman Tariq

England: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Harry Brook, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid

FAQs – Yesterday’s Pakistan vs England 45th Match (Feb 24, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s Pakistan vs England match?
A1: Yesterday (February 24, 2026): 45th Match, Super Eights, Group 2.
England (166/8 in 19.1 overs) beat Pakistan (164/9 in 20 overs) by 2 wickets with 5 balls remaining.
Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan scored 63, while Shaheen Shah Afridi took 4 wickets.
England: Harry Brook struck 100 off 51 balls.
Result: England moved to first in Group 2, while Pakistan are third.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Harry Brook was named the Player of the Match for his match-winning 100 off 51 balls, which anchored England’s successful chase of 165.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first.

Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Pakistan, Sahibzada Farhan top-scored with 63 off 45 balls. For England, Harry Brook was the leading run-scorer with a century, scoring 100 off 51 deliveries.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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