
The Indian men’s cricket team is eyeing a definite move towards the Super 8s ICC T20 World Cup 2026 He died on Sunday, 15 February at R. Colombo, Colombo. They are preparing to face arch rivals Pakistan at the Premadasa Stadium. India Will enter the match with tremendous momentum after the clinical win against usa And namibia. On the contrary, while Pakistan but remains invincible with victory Netherlands And usaThey face a tough psychological hurdle against a side that has historically dominated them in this tournament format.
Is there a threat of rain looming over the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match in Colombo?
The much-awaited encounter faces a major weather threat after a weather alert was issued across Sri Lanka due to a low pressure area over the south-eastern Bay of Bengal. The ‘tropical turn’ has already affected the rhythm of the tournament, with persistent cloudy and humid conditions characterizing the build-up in Colombo. Unlike the earlier stages of the tournament, which had dry weather, the atmospheric change made R. Premadasa’s ground staff has been left on high alert.
The head-to-head record in the T20 World Cup is in India’s favor with a 7-1 lead since their first meeting in 2007. Suryakumar YadavThis will prevent the Indian team from continuing its dominance streak but the irony is that it will benefit both teams; A point each will more or less guarantee both countries a place in the Super 8 stage. Fans are now keenly monitoring the local ‘Khettarama’ skies, hoping that the stadium’s famous full-ground cover will not be the most used tool on Sunday.
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IND vs PAK: Weather forecast for T20 World Cup 2026 match
As the world prepares for Sunday night’s blockbuster, the weather forecast suggests a high risk of disruptions. The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has indicated that unsettled weather patterns will peak during match hours. There is a 70-80% chance of heavy thunderstorms during the day in Colombo, with high humidity and temperatures reaching 30 °C.
Although the risk of rain is expected to subside slightly by 7:00 pm local game start time, the risk of play being disrupted due to rain remains realistic. Given that there is no reserve day for group-stage fixtures, matches could either be shortened to high-octane “sprints” or, in a worst-case scenario, abandoned altogether. Both teams and millions of spectators will be hoping that only a brief spell is required rather than a complete washout of the Colombo drainage system.
Colombo Hourly Forecast (Match Day: February 15, 2026)
There is high humidity during the day and a strong chance of rain during the afternoon and evening, which may impact the 7:00 pm kick-off time. For india vs pakistan Competition in T20 World Cup 2026 Colombo But Sunday, February 15Here is a detailed hour-by-hour weather forecast based on reports Accuetu.
| Time | Temporary | real feel | Rain % | Situation | gusts of wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | 26°C | 29°C | 60% | Rain | Northeast 11 km/h |
| 11:00 AM | 26°C | 29°C | 64% | Rain | NNW 13 km/h |
| 12:00 PM | 27°C | 31°C | 49% | cloudy | NW 13 km/h |
| 01:00 pm | 27°C | 30°C | 59% | Rain | NW 13/19 km/h |
| 02:00 pm | 31°C | 34°C | 49% | cloudy | NW 15/20 km/h |
| 03:00 pm | 30°C | 32°C | 49% | cloudy | NW 15/22 km/h |
| 04:00 pm | 30°C | 32°C | 49% | cloudy | NNW 15/22 km/h |
| 05:00 pm | 28°C | 29°C | 53% | Rain | N 15/24 km/h |
| 06:00 pm | 28°C | 29°C | 49% | cloudy | NNE 15/24 km/h |
| 07:00 pm | 27°C | 30°C | 9% | cloudy | NNE 13/24 km/h |
| 08:00 pm | 27°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | NE 9/22 km/h |
| 09:00 pm | 27°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | ENE 7/20 km/h |
| 10:00 PM | 26°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | E 7/20 km/h |
| 11:00 PM | 26°C | 28°C | 9% | cloudy | E 7/19 km/h |
Major weather factors for the match
- Toss threat (6:30 pm): with 49% chance of rain at 6:00 pmThere is a moderate risk of delay in the toss.
- Match Timings (7:00 PM – 11:00 PM): The “good news” for fans is that the chances of rain have reduced significantly. 9% During the main match window, however, skies will remain 100% cloudy.
- Excessive Humidity: Indoor humidity levels are expected to be around 75-77%This will result in higher “realfeel” temperatures and heavy dew, making it difficult for bowlers to hold the ball in the second innings.
- Air Quality: Air quality has been rated as unhealthy/poorMainly due to stable tropical air masses.
Source: AccuWeather hourly forecast for Colombo (Western Province), Sri Lanka (February 15, 2026).
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