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Rain Threatens India vs. Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash
14 Feb
Summary
- India and Pakistan's T20 World Cup match is scheduled for Sunday.
- Over 85% chance of rain and thunderstorms predicted for Colombo.
- No reserve days for league matches, a washout means shared points.
The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 Group A encounter between India and Pakistan, scheduled for Sunday at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, faces a significant challenge from the weather. Forecasts for Sunday predict an over 85% chance of rain, with a 24% possibility of thunderstorms, threatening to disrupt the marquee match. Approximately 2.4mm of rain is expected to fall in the city.
As league stage matches in the T20 World Cup do not have reserve days, a washout would mean both India and Pakistan receive one point each, a result neither side would desire. Team India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, aims for a complete match to implement their strategic plans. The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is known to favor spinners, a condition that Pakistan's bowling lineup, including Usman Tariq and Mohammad Nawaz, is expected to leverage.
Historically, India holds a dominant 7-1 record against Pakistan in T20 World Cup encounters. Pakistan's sole victory came in the 2021 edition. Both teams have secured victories in their initial Group A matches, with India defeating the USA and Namibia, and Pakistan overcoming the Netherlands and the United States.
