New Zealand faces Pakistan in the opening match of the T20 World Cup Super Eights at the spin-friendly Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The match is part of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and is scheduled to start at 7 pm local time (1:30 pm GMT). This encounter marks a familiar rivalry between the two teams, with both eager to advance in the tournament. The match coverage includes live updates, team news, and commentary. Additionally, a New Zealand star has provided a blunt assessment of Usman Tariq's bowling action ahead of the crucial Super Eights clash against Pakistan.