New Delhi, 15 February (H.S.):
In the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, India and Pakistan are set to clash in a highly anticipated Group A encounter at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo today. This blockbuster match, scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM local time on Sunday, February 15, carries the shadow of inclement weather
Weather Threat
Sri Lanka's Meteorological Department forecasts rain accompanied by thunderstorms in Colombo after 2:00 PM local time on Sunday. Temperatures are expected to range between a maximum of 34°C and a minimum of 24°C, with multiple sources indicating a 50-65% chance of precipitation during match hours, potentially including scattered showers and overcast skies.
Should rain prevent play, both teams will share one point each, per tournament rules.
Group A StandingsBoth India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, and Pakistan enter the fixture undefeated after two matches apiece, each securing four points.
India tops the table with a superior net run rate of +3.050, following victories over the United States and Namibia, while Pakistan sits second at +0.932 after triumphs against the Netherlands and the USA.
Match ImplicationsThis high-voltage showdown promises electrifying cricket and could profoundly influence Group A rankings. With perfect records on the line amid the rain threat, the outcome—or washout—holds pivotal sway over semifinal qualification prospects.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar
