In a thrilling encounter during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on February 15, India faced Pakistan at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Ishan Kishan, the Indian opening batsman, showcased a spectacular performance, scoring 77 runs off just 40 balls, with 10 fours and 3 sixes. This innings marked his ninth half-century in T20 International cricket, and he was eventually bowled out by Sam Ayub.

Notably, Kishan reached his half-century in only 27 balls, making him the fastest Indian batsman to score a fifty in T20 World Cup matches against Pakistan. This record also places him third among all players for the fastest half-centuries in T20 International matches between India and Pakistan. Furthermore, his score of 77 runs is recorded as the fourth highest individual score in T20 matches between these two nations, surpassing the previous record held by Gautam Gambhir.

Kishan’s performance not only contributed to India's victory but also added to the growing legacy of thrilling T20 matchups between India and Pakistan. The match drew significant attention from fans, and Kishan’s milestones will likely be remembered in future encounters, showcasing the competitive spirit and skill present in cricket between these two arch-rivals.