The Indian men’s cricket team is all set to take a decisive step towards the Super 8 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 As they prepare to face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday, February 15 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India will enter the match with great momentum after clinical victories against USA and Namibia. On the contrary Pakistan remains undefeated with victories over The Netherlands and USAthey face a daunting psychological hurdle against a side that has historically favored them in this tournament format.
Rain threat for India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 clash in Colombo?
The much-anticipated encounter faces a significant threat from the weather after a low-pressure area over southeast Bengal triggered a weather alert in Sri Lanka. A “tropical twist” has already affected the rhythm of the tournament, with persistent cloud cover and humid conditions characterizing the build-up in Colombo. Unlike earlier stages of the tournament, which enjoyed a dry season, the change in atmosphere put the ground crew at R. Premadasa on high alert.
The head-to-head record in T20 World Cups is 7-1 in India’s favor since the first meeting in 2007. Suryakumar Yadav’s side will be reluctant to extend their dominant streak, which will ironically benefit both teams; a point would earn both countries a place in the Super 8 stage. Fans are now eagerly watching the local Khettarama sky, hoping that the stadium’s famous all-terrain surfaces will not be the most used equipment 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 indicates a high risk of disruption. The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has said that unsettled weather conditions will peak during match hours. Daytime conditions in Colombo are expected to be severe thunderstorms with a 70-80% chance of rain accompanied by high humidity and temperatures reaching 30°C.
Although the risk of rain is expected to ease slightly by 19:00 local kick-off time, the threat of a rain-reduced game remains real. Given that there is no reserve day for group stage games, the match could either be shortened to a high-octane ‘sprint’ or, in the worst case scenario, be abandoned altogether. Both the teams and the millions of spectators will be hoping that the Colombo drainage system is only needed for a short break and not a complete washout.
Colombo Hourly Prediction (Match Day: 15 Feb 2026)
The day is characterized by high humidity and the possibility of heavy rain during the afternoon and early evening, which may affect the 7:00 p.m. for India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 Clash Colombo about Sunday, February 15full hourly weather forecast based on reports from here AccuWeather.
| Time | Temp | Real Feel | Precipitation % | The situation | Wind/Gusts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m | 26°C | 29°C | 60% | The rains | NE 11 km/h |
| 11:00 a.m | 26°C | 29°C | 64% | The rains | NW 13 km/h |
| 12:00 p.m | 27°C | 31°C | 49% | cloudy | east 13 km/h |
| 13:00 | 27°C | 30°C | 59% | The rains | east 13/19 km/h |
| 02:00 | 31°C | 34°C | 49% | cloudy | east 15/20 km/h |
| 15:00 | 30°C | 32°C | 49% | cloudy | east 15 / 22 km/h |
| 16:00 | 30°C | 32°C | 49% | cloudy | NW 15 / 22 km/h |
| 17:00 | 28°C | 29°C | 53% | The rains | N 15 / 24 km/h |
| 18:00 | 28°C | 29°C | 49% | cloudy | NNE 15 / 24 km/h |
| 19:00 | 27°C | 30°C | 9% | cloudy | NNE 13 / 24 km/h |
| 20:00 | 27°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | SW 9 / 22 km/h |
| 21:00 | 27°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | ENE 7 / 20 km/h |
| 22:00 | 26°C | 29°C | 9% | cloudy | E 7 / 20 km/h |
| 23:00 | 26°C | 28°C | 9% | cloudy | E 7 / 19 km/h |
The main weather factors for the match
- Throwing threat (18:30): with a 49% chance of rain at 6:00 PMthere is a moderate risk for a delayed shot.
- Game hours (19:00 – 23:00): The “good news” for fans is that the chance of precipitation is significantly reduced 9% The sky remains 100% cloudy during the main match window.
- Excessive humidity: Indoor humidity levels are expected to remain around 75-77%this will raise the RealFeel temperature and can result in heavy dew, making it difficult for hitters to catch the ball in second innings.
- Air quality: It is evaluated as air quality Healthy/Poorprimarily due to stagnant tropical air mass.
Source: AccuWeather Hourly Forecast for Colombo (Western Province), Sri Lanka (February 15, 2026).
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