Pakistan takes on India in marquee game at T20 World Cup. Unbeaten West Indies fields against Nepal

MUMBAI, India (AP) — Cricket’s fiercest rivalry will take center stage at the T20 World Cup on Sunday when India meets Pakistan in Colombo, the fixture projected to draw more than a billion viewers and intensify an already electric tournament. With both sides aware that global bragging rights are on the line, the contest carries the weight of expectation that has long defined encounters between the neighbors.

The blockbuster clash, widely regarded as the sport’s marquee matchup, arrives amid lingering questions over team composition and strategy, heightening intrigue around the outcome. While the players have kept their preparations low-key, the magnitude of the occasion ensures every run, wicket and moment in the field will be dissected by a worldwide audience.

Sunday’s schedule also features the unbeaten West Indies, who enter the day without a loss and will field first against Nepal. The double-header offers a study in contrasts: a high-stakes grudge match followed by an encounter in which the Caribbean side will look to preserve its perfect record.

As the Super 12 stage progresses, the India-Pakistan result could shape qualification scenarios, adding competitive heft to the spectacle. Fans across continents will tune in, underscoring the enduring appeal of a rivalry that transcends sport.