Colombo / New Delhi: One of cricket’s most anticipated clashes — India vs Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 — is facing a serious weather challenge just days before kick-off. The high-voltage Group A game is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, but rain clouds and a weather warning threaten to dampen the excitement, reported Hindustan Times.
The Sri Lanka Department of Meteorology has issued an early warning, saying a low-pressure system may form over the southeastern Bay of Bengal around match day. This system could trigger widespread showers and thunderstorms across Colombo — particularly during the afternoon and early evening.
Forecast models — including AccuWeather projections — suggest a 70–80% chance of rain in the city during the daytime, with showers potentially continuing into the evening hours when the match is due to start. Even if the likelihood drops later in the night, intermittent rain and cloudy conditions may delay the toss or interrupt play.
