India vs Pakistan Clash In Colombo Faces Rain Threat, Fans Brace For High-Stakes T20 World Cup Night
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Sunday’s marquee Group A match begins at 7 pm IST, but a 94% rain forecast could spoil the blockbuster contest.
The much-awaited India vs Pakistan match at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is set to take place on Sunday, February 15, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, promising another intense chapter in cricket’s most storied rivalry. However, even before the first ball is bowled, weather has emerged as a major concern, with forecasts warning of heavy rain that could disrupt play.
According to reports, there is a 94 per cent chance of rainfall in Colombo during match hours. The Sri Lankan Department of Meteorology has also flagged the possible formation of a low-pressure system over the south-eastern Bay of Bengal, which could lead to significant showers. The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued a warning update, adding to worries for fans and organisers.
With no reserve day scheduled for this Group A fixture, a complete washout would mean the points being shared between the two teams — an outcome neither side nor supporters want in such a high-voltage encounter.
The match is scheduled to begin at 7 pm IST and is expected to draw massive television and digital viewership across India and worldwide.
Indian viewers can watch the game live on the Star Sports Network, while digital streaming will be available through JioHotstar with a valid subscription.
Both teams enter the contest in strong form. India come in after a dominant 93-run victory over Namibia on February 12, led by captain Suryakumar Yadav. The win placed India at the top of the Group A standings and boosted confidence ahead of the marquee clash.
Pakistan, captained by Salman Ali Agha, have also had a solid group stage so far, registering a convincing win over the USA in Colombo and edging past the Netherlands earlier. With four points already, Pakistan will see this match as crucial for momentum in the tournament.
India Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Rinku Singh.
Pakistan Squad: Salman Ali Agha (C), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Khan, Usman Tariq.
As anticipation builds, fans will be hoping that Colombo’s unpredictable skies hold off long enough for cricket’s biggest rivalry to play out under lights, rather than ending in a frustrating rain-hit draw.
