There was grip, there was discipline, and India were made to work. A crucial stand with Tilak Varma steadied India after early movement, and once the platform was secure, the scoring rate rarely dipped. India closed on 175 for seven, a total that felt imposing on a surface that did not allow free strokeplay. If 175 required composure from Pakistan, the first few overs of their chase required precision. Wickets fell at regular intervals, and the required rate climbed beyond comfort.

Source: The Telegraph February 15, 2026 19:10 UTC