England Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Captain Harry Brook struck a match-winning century as England defeated Pakistan by two wickets in a Super Eight clash to secure a place in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
England chased down 165 with five balls to spare, finishing at 166 for 8 in 19.1 overs. Brook led the effort with 100 off 51 balls, hitting 10 fours and four sixes. He became the first captain to score a century in a men’s T20 World Cup match and guided England to their second straight win in the Super Eight stage.
Will Jacks contributed 28 runs in support of Brook during a key partnership that kept England’s chase on track.
For Pakistan, Shaheen Shah Afridi returned figures of 4 for 30, while Usman Tariq took 2 for 31. Despite late wickets that briefly raised hopes of a comeback, England held their nerve to seal the win.
Earlier, Pakistan posted 164 for 9 after choosing to bat. Sahibzada Farhan top-scored with 63 off 45 balls, while Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman made 25 each.
England’s bowlers shared the wickets, with Liam Dawson claiming 3 for 24. Jamie Overton and Jofra Archer picked up two wickets apiece.
The victory ensured England became the first team to confirm a semi-final berth in this year’s tournament.
Scorecard:
Pakistan 164 for 9 in 20 overs (Sahibzada Farhan 63; Liam Dawson 3/24).
England 166 for 8 in 19.1 overs (Harry Brook 100, Will Jacks 28; Shaheen Shah Afridi 4/30, Usman Tariq 2/31).
