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Rain Threat Looms Over India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash in Colombo

The crucial India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 group match in Colombo faces a significant threat from rain, with forecasts showing a 49% chance of precipitation just an hour before the scheduled toss. If the match is washed out, both teams will share a point as there is no reserve day for the group-stage fixture. Both India and Pakistan enter the contest unbeaten, having won their first two matches against teams like the USA and Namibia. India currently leads Group A on net run rate, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter that weather may ultimately decide.

Key Points: India vs Pakistan T20 WC 2026 Match Faces Rain Threat

  • 49% rain chance an hour before toss
  • No reserve day for group match
  • Both teams unbeaten with 4 points
  • Cloud cover forecast at 100%
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Weather could play X-factor in India vs Pakistan T20 WC 2026 match, rain not ruled out

The high-voltage India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match in Colombo could be disrupted by rain, with a significant chance of precipitation forecast.

"Pakistan clash, obviously, it would be a special one for everyone. - Ishan Kishan"

Colombo, February 14

India are set to face off against Pakistan in both teams' third group-stage match at the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, on Sunday. However, the much-anticipated World Cup clash at Colombo's R Premadasa Stadium could face the possibility of rain.

According to AccuWeather, Colombo will experience 100% cloud cover on Sunday, with a roughly 13% chance of rain in the evening.

The India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match is set to start at 7:00 PM local time, with the toss scheduled at 6:30 PM. Notably, at 6:00 PM, an hour before the match, Colombo faces a 49% chance of rain.

At 7 PM, AccuWeather forecasts there to be 9% probability of precipitation and a 100% cloud cover in Colombo. The conditions are expected to be the same till 11:00 PM local time.

If the game is washed out, both teams will be awarded one point each as the India vs Pakistan group-stage match does not have a reserve day.

Both India and Pakistan have played two matches each in the tournament so far. Both have registered victories in those games. While India will enter the contest on the back of wins against the United States of America and Namibia, Pakistan has defeated the Netherlands and USA.

While the Suryakumar Yadav-led India are placed on top of Group A standings with four points and the Net Run Rate (NRR) of +3.050, Pakistan are placed second with four points, too, and an NRR of +0.932.

Ahead of the India vs Pakistan clash, India's wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan said, "Pakistan clash, obviously, it would be a special one for everyone. So we're not just thinking so much about the future game. But yeah, once we get there, we look at the wicket, and we have an idea of what sort of match is going to happen and what will be a good total, and we'll just play accordingly."

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The organizers should have planned better. Having no reserve day for the biggest group match of the tournament is poor planning. Fans spend so much money and emotion. A washout would be a huge disappointment.
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Aman W
Weather is part of the game, yaar. Both teams have to deal with it. Our team is in great form with that NRR, so even if it's a shortened game, I back SKY and the boys to adapt. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
Watching from Canada. The tension is real! Hoping for a clear sky so we get to see a proper contest. These matches are legendary for a reason. Fingers crossed 🤞
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Vikram M
Ishan Kishan's comment is spot on. Don't overthink, just assess the conditions and play smart cricket. Our batting depth can handle a DLS situation better, I feel. Let's go, India!
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Karthik V
A 49% chance of rain an hour before toss... that's nerve-wracking. Already told my friends to come over early. Samosas are ready, TV is on, now we just need the rain to stay away! 😅

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