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Rain Washes Out Pakistan vs NZ T20 World Cup Clash, Sets Unwanted Record

The opening Super 8 match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo was abandoned due to persistent rain. This washout makes Pakistan the team with the most abandoned matches in T20I history, now totaling seven. Both teams received one point each, which could complicate the tight race for the semi-finals in Group 2 alongside England and Sri Lanka. This marked Pakistan's first-ever abandoned match in a T20 World Cup tournament.

Key Points: Pakistan Tops List for Most Abandoned T20I Matches After Washout

  • Match called off without a ball bowled
  • Pakistan now has 7 abandoned T20Is
  • Ireland & NZ have 6 each
  • Complicates Group 2 semi-final race
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Washout in Super 8 vs NZ makes Pakistan the team with most abandoned T20Is

Pakistan vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Super 8 match abandoned due to rain. Pakistan now holds the record for most washed-out T20Is (7), impacting Group 2 standings.

"Pakistan leads the list of teams with the most abandoned T20 International matches (seven) - ICC Report"

New Delhi, Feb 22

After the opening fixture of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight, between Pakistan and New Zealand, was called off due to incessant rain in Colombo, Pakistan became the team with the most number of abandoned games in the shortest format of the game.

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha had won the toss and elected to bat first, but no sooner had the decision been made than drizzle swept across the ground. Covers were quickly brought on, and puddles formed on the square, making conditions unplayable. Match officials waited through the evening, but with rain showing no signs of relenting, the inevitable call of abandoning the game was made.

Overall, Pakistan leads the list of teams with the most abandoned T20 International matches (seven), followed closely by Ireland and New Zealand with 6 each. India and the Netherlands have each had 4 matches abandoned due to weather or other interruptions.

The washout leaves both teams with one point each in Group 2, a scenario that could complicate their path to the semifinals. With England and Sri Lanka also in the group, shared points may prove costly in what is expected to be a tightly contested race to enter the semi-finals.

Notably, Saturday's washout was Pakistan's first-ever abandoned match in T20 World Cup history. During the 2024 T20 World Cup, the India vs Canada fixture was also called off without a ball being bowled, adding to the rain-hit drama of the tournament.

Teams with most abandoned T20Is

Pakistan 7

Ireland 6

New Zealand 6

India 4

Netherlands 4

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting stat, but a bit of an unlucky record to hold. Shows how much rain has affected cricket lately. The ICC really needs to look at better scheduling or venues with drainage like we have in Dharamsala.
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Ananya R
As an Indian fan, I feel for them. We know how it feels after the India-Canada washout last year. One point each makes Group 2 very spicy now! England and Sri Lanka must be happy.
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Vikram M
This is why we need more day-night matches or reserve days for Super 8s, especially. A tournament of this stature can't have key matches decided by rain. A respectful criticism for the ICC.
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Karthik V
Pakistan leading this list is just bad luck, yaar. Ireland and NZ up there too. At least India is lower down. Hope Babar and co. bounce back in their next game. The group is wide open!

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