A snake sighting at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium triggered brief panic ahead of the India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup 2026. The reptile was found near Pakistan’s dugout before practice but was safely captured by security staff, preventing any danger to players.
Security Alert After Snake Found in Pakistan Dugout Before Big Match
Colombo: A snake appeared at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo ahead of the highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026 match between India and Pakistan. The incident occurred on February 14th, just as the Pakistan team was about to arrive at the ground for practice. Security personnel and ground staff captured the snake in time, averting the imminent danger for the players and support staff.
The snake was reportedly quite long and appeared to be venomous. As soon as its presence in the stadium premises was detected, security teams immediately swung into action. The snake was safely captured within a short time. Had it hidden somewhere, it could have created an atmosphere of fear and insecurity before the India-Pakistan match.
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This match is considered one of the most anticipated matches of the T20 World Cup 2026, so the organizing committee did not want to take any risks.
This Colombo ground has been in the news for snake incidents before. Last year, during a live ODI match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, a snake entered the field, forcing the match to be halted for a short while. The incident frightened both players and spectators.
During the 2024 Sri Lanka Premier League, snakes were seen on the field during several matches. Each time, play had to be temporarily halted due to safety concerns. These repeated incidents have raised questions about the ground's security arrangements.
Whenever the Indian and Pakistani teams face each other, excitement surrounding the match is at its peak. This time too, cricket fans are extremely excited about the clash between the two teams. It is a matter of relief that the snake was caught in time and the match was not jeopardized, allowing the event to proceed as normal.
All eyes are now on this high-voltage match in Colombo, where both teams will be aiming for victory.
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