India (IND) vs Pakistan (PAK) Colombo Weather Forecast Update, T20 World Cup 2026: In the hours counting down to the blockbuster India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup clash, grey clouds were building up in Colombo. After the local met department issued a warning of a low-pressure developing in the area, there has been predictions of rain on Sunday evening. However, there are more reasons to be optimistic for the match to go ahead fully as multiple weather models have predicted heavy showers between 5-6 pm, which could cause a delayed start. India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Colombo Weather Conditions: Rain predicted between 1-7 PM IST in Colombo On the eve of the match as India’s training session had to be cut short after a steady drizzle forced the groundstaff to cover the entire outfield. As per the Sri Lanka met department there is 70% chance of rain on Sunday, but since Saturday evening Colombo hasn’t seen any rainfall. There have been phases were there has been drizzle in the air, but nothing of note to sound alarms. IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2026 LIVE Cricket Score, Full Scorecard: Watch Here However, between 1 to 7 pm – which is the scheduled game time, there are 50% chances of rain around Khetterama, where the Premadasa stadium is located. From there on, multiple weather models have predicted that there could be slight passing showers which may not cause significant stoppages during the game. IND vs PAK Playing 11 Today Match, T20 World Cup 2026: Check Here Throughout Sunday morning, Colombo has remained hazy. In case, there is a washout, both teams will share points as there are no reserve days for the group-stage matches. If both teams end up sharing the points, it will also confirm their qualification for the Super 8 phase.Story continues below this ad As per the playing conditions there is 60 minutes of extra time which can be used in case of a delayed start to ensure there is a full 40 over match takes place. The Premadasa stadium has a good drainage facility, where the groundstaff can get the game going 45 minutes after heavy showers. During the 2023 Asia Cup, where the tournament was played during the monsoon season, the groundstaff were rewarded by the Asian Cricket Council for the tremendous work they put in to ensure matches took place without hindrance. And at Premadasa, the groundstaff have the habit of covering the entire outfield with tarpaulin covers, which reduces the chances significantly of wet patches.


