Fan frenzy as India–Pakistan clash in T20 World Cup

AFP Sun, 15 February 2026 at 4:11 pm UTC·3 min read India and Pakistan fans on both sides of the border could barely contain their excitement as the blockbuster T20 World Cup clash got underway, a fixture many consider the beating heart of the game. "Cricket needs an India-Pakistan contest -- you like it or not," said 42-year-old businessman Prakash Goel in New Delhi.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement "It brings in money, fans and most importantly excitement. I know recent contests have been one-sided but Pakistan cricket has picked up." The nuclear-armed neighbours, whose rivalry is considered one of the most...