Rain threatens the Pakistan vs Netherlands opener in the T20 World Cup 2026 at Colombo, with delays or a washout possible. The match is scheduled for 11 AM IST, but forecasts indicate showers through the day and heavier rain during the second innings.
PAK vs NED Match May Face Delay Due to Colombo Showers
New Delhi: The T20 World Cup 2026 begins today. A total of 20 teams are participating in this month-long tournament. Three matches will be played on the first day, the first of which is scheduled to be played between Pakistan and the Netherlands in Colombo. However, rain is looming over this match, causing concern among fans.
If the match between Pakistan and the Netherlands is cancelled due to persistent rain, both teams will be awarded one point each. This could be beneficial for the Netherlands, but could increase difficulties for Pakistan. For the Pakistani team, which is already under pressure due to the tournament, every match is considered crucial. Consequently, the Duckworth-Lewis rule could also play a major role in the match.
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The match between Pakistan and the Netherlands will be played at the Sinhalese Sports Club ground in Colombo. The match is scheduled to start at 11 am IST, but could be delayed due to bad weather.
According to the weather forecast, Colombo is expected to remain cloudy and rainy throughout the day. Rain is also expected at 11 am, which could affect the toss and the start of the match. The maximum temperature is expected to be 28 to 29 degrees Celsius, with winds expected to blow at around 13 kilometers per hour. The highest chance of rain, i.e., 60 to 70 percent, is predicted between 1 pm and 3 pm, which could affect the second innings.
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The live telecast of the Pakistan vs. Netherlands match will be available on the Star Sports network starting at 11 am. Live streaming will also be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
Despite the threat of rain, fans are hopeful that the match will be played to its fullest and the tournament will begin on an exciting note.
