T20 World Cup 2026: Pakistan vs India High-Voltage Clash at Risk from Rain in Colombo

Colombo, February 12, 2026 — The marquee Group A encounter between Pakistan and India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka. However, fresh weather forecasts have cast a shadow over the match, with a significant chance of rain threatening a full contest.
According to multiple sources including Google Weather and AccuWeather, Colombo is expected to see scattered thunderstorms and showers on February 15, particularly in the afternoon and evening, with rain probability ranging from 50-60%. Thunderstorms are specifically predicted around 6 PM local time, potentially delaying or interrupting play, while light drizzle and cloudy conditions may persist throughout the day. Temperatures are forecasted to range between a high of 31°C and a low of 22-23°C, with light winds.
Under ICC rules, if the match is washed out or reduced to no result, both teams will earn one point each. This could impact Pakistan’s strong position, as they lead Group A with 4 points from two wins (against Netherlands and USA), while India sits second with 2 points from one victory.
The fixture gained extra attention after Pakistan initially announced a boycott due to geopolitical tensions but reversed the decision following government directives to participate. Fans and analysts are closely monitoring hourly updates, hoping for clearer skies to allow this iconic rivalry clash to proceed uninterrupted.
Note: Earlier warm-up matches in Colombo have already been affected by rain, highlighting the unpredictable February weather in the region.