The Super 8 fixture between Sri Lanka and Pakistan on 28 February 2026 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is a pivotal contest in the business end of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Sri Lanka head into the game with no path left to the semifinals after going winless in the Super 8 phase.
SL vs PAK Commentators 2026: Full Commentary Panel & Presenters List

Pakistan, meanwhile, remain in the race but faces a tough equation. A rain-abandoned match against New Zealand provided them a single point, and a tight loss to England has left them needing more than just a victory here. To qualify, Pakistan must secure a win that lifts their net run rate, potentially a 64-run victory if setting a target, or a chase within 13.1 overs.
Simply winning will not be enough for Pakistan as they need to surpass New Zealand’s superior NRR. For Sri Lanka, already out of contention, the match represents an opportunity to end their home tournament on a positive note and to spoil the plans for the Men in Green. For such an exciting fixture, the T20 World Cup commentators will be looking to provide impactful coverage for the fans.
SL vs PAK English Commentators & Presenters
The Sri Lanka vs Pakistan commentators for the Super 8 clash feature a mix of former captains, legendary fast bowlers, seasoned analysts, and experienced media professionals from both nations. Representing Sri Lanka are Angelo Mathews and the veteran Kumar Sangakkara, the former captain and ICC Hall of Fame inductee.
The SL vs PAK commentators today also include Ramiz Raja, a former international cricketer and cricket administrator, along with Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, one of the greatest fast bowlers in history.
| Name | Country | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Angelo Mathews | Sri Lanka | Active international cricketer, ICC TV debutant |
| Kumar Sangakkara | Sri Lanka | Former Sri Lankan captain, Hall of Fame legend |
| Russel Arnold | Sri Lanka | Former Sri Lankan all-rounder, veteran commentator |
| Roshan Abeysinghe | Sri Lanka | Veteran sports journalist and lead commentator |
| Ramiz Raja | Pakistan | Former international cricketer, commentator, cricket administrator |
| Wasim Akram | Pakistan | Former fast bowler, commentator and analyst |
| Waqar Younis | Pakistan | Former fast bowler, coach, commentator |
| Bazid Khan | Pakistan | Former cricketer, analyst and commentator |
SL vs PAK Hindi Commentators & Presenters
The Hindi commentary panel for the ICC T20 World Cup include familiar names with the likes of Parthiv Patel and Dinesh Karthik, both ex-wicketkeeper batters, alongside Irfan Pathan and Aakash Chopra. Anchoring the panel are seasoned presenters Jatin Sapru, Tanay Tiwari, and Anant Tyagi, ensuring smooth broadcast flow.
| Name | Background |
|---|---|
| Parthiv Patel | Ex-Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Irfan Pathan | Ex-All-rounder |
| Aakash Chopra | Ex-Opening Batter |
| Jatin Sapru | Sports Presenter, Broadcaster |
| Dinesh Karthik | Ex-Wicketkeeper batter |
| Tanay Tiwari | Sports Presenter |
| Varun Aaron | Ex-Fast Bowler |
| Anant Tyagi | Sports Presenter |
SL vs PAK Tamil Commentators & Presenters
The PAK vs SL commentators for the match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand will be available in many regional languages, including Tamil. The list features several well-known voices from the cricketing circuit, including former India internationals S Badrinath and Murali Vijay.
| Commentator | Background |
|---|---|
| Murali Vijay | Former Indian opener |
| K Srikkanth | Former India Captain, Ex-Chief Selector |
| Anirudha Srikkanth | Ex-CSK Batter |
| S Badrinath | Ex-India Batter |
SL vs PAK Telugu Commentators & Presenters
Former Indian Test batsman Hanuma Vihari and ex-Indian chief selector MSK Prasad will be present in the Telugu feed for the live coverage of the match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
| Commentator | Background |
|---|---|
| Hanuma Vihari | Middle-order Batter |
| MSK Prasad | Former Chief Selector |
| T Suman | Former IPL Player |
| Akshath Reddy | Ex-Domestic Batter |
| Ashish Reddy | Ex-All-rounder |
SL vs PAK Bhojpuri Commentators & Presenters
The SL vs PAK T20 World Cup Super 8 match will also include the Bhojpuri feed, and it has attracted widespread buzz on digital platforms due to its funny and high-energy approach to match coverage. Leading the SL vs PAK commentators in this language is Ravi Kishan. He is joined by Bhojpuri artist Shivam Singh, along with experienced regional commentators.
| Commentator | Background |
|---|---|
| Ravi Kishan | Bollywood, Bhojpuri Actor |
| Shivam Singh | Bhojpuri Actor |
| Satya Prakash | Regional Commentator |
| Ghulam Hussain | Regional Commentator |
| Vishal Aditya Singh | Regional Commentator |
SL vs PAK Urdu Commentators & Presenters
The Pakistan commentary lineup features a group of highly accomplished former internationals who bring decades of cricketing experience to the broadcast. The panel includes Ramiz Raja, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and Bazid Khan.
| Name | Country | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Ramiz Raja | Pakistan | Former international cricketer, commentator, cricket administrator |
| Wasim Akram | Pakistan | Former fast bowler, commentator and analyst |
| Waqar Younis | Pakistan | Former fast bowler, coach, commentator |
| Bazid Khan | Pakistan | Former cricketer, analyst and commentator |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will broadcast the SL vs PAK Super 8 clash in the T20 World Cup 2026?
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Who will broadcast the SL vs PAK Super 8 clash in the T20 World Cup 2026?
Star Sports will broadcast the SL vs PAK Super 8 clash in India.
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