Ind vs Pak T20: The drama surrounding Pakistan’s participation in the T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match against India on Sunday may have ended, but there’s still no guarantee the two teams will face each other at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium. While nothing is stopping this high-profile encounter from taking place, the possibility of rain is looming large over the match.
The match will begin at 7:00 PM on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lankan Meteorological Department has issued a warning about a low-pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal, which could lead to inclement weather, occasional thunderstorms, and rain during the match.
According to forecasts, there is a 50-70% chance of rain (this can vary from place to place, with some saying it could rain 55-65% in the evening), with the possibility of heavy rain before or during the match.
Some reports suggest approximately 2.1 mm of rain at the time of the match’s start, which could lead to the match being interrupted or even washed out completely.
This has worried fans, teams, and broadcasters, as this blockbuster rivalry match (a Group A match) is attracting worldwide attention. Both teams have remained unbeaten in the tournament, making the contest even more challenging.
Impact of Rain on the Match
According to T20 World Cup rules, rain (a no-result) usually awards both teams one point each.
If there is limited play, a reduced-overs match may be played or the result may be subject to Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) adjustments.
The venue has good drainage systems, and under normal circumstances, play can resume within 45-60 minutes of a heavy downpour, but persistent rain can reduce the chances.
Some weather updates indicate scattered or light showers rather than continuous downpours, so there’s hope for at least some cricket. Fans are closely monitoring the hourly forecast and praying for clear skies.
This India-Pakistan match has historical significance—India has had the upper hand in recent T20 World Cup matches—but the final decision may rest with the weather gods.
Past India-Pakistan T20 Matches
The rivalry between India and Pakistan in T20 cricket is one of the sport’s most intense, with India having the upper hand overall.
By the beginning of 2026 (before tomorrow’s match), the two teams have played 16 T20I matches since their first encounter in 2007. India has won 13, Pakistan has won 3, and there have been no ties or no results in completed matches (one particular tie was settled by a bowl-out).
India’s win percentage: approximately 81%
Pakistan’s win percentage: approximately 19%
India’s dominance is even more pronounced in high-stakes ICC events, especially in the T20 World Cup, where the teams have met eight times (including the 2007 final). India leads 7-1, and Pakistan’s only win came in the 2021 group stage.
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Results
2007 Group Stage (Durban) — Tie (India won 3-0 in a bowl-out)
A strong start to the match; India won in a bowl-out.
2007 Final (Johannesburg) — India won by 5 runs
A famous thriller saw India lift their first trophy, with Misbah-ul-Haq being run out.
2012 Group Stage (Colombo) — India won by 8 wickets
India chased down the target comfortably.
2014 Group Stage (Mirpur) — India won by 7 wickets
Virat Kohli’s masterclass helped India dominate.
2016 Group Stage (Kolkata) — India won by 6 wickets (match reduced to 18 overs due to rain)
Kohli again performed brilliantly in a small chase. 2021 Group Stage (Dubai) — Pakistan won by 10 wickets
Pakistan’s only T20 World Cup win over India; Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan easily chased down 152 runs.
2022 Group Stage (Melbourne) — India won by 4 wickets
Kohli’s unbeaten 82* off 53 balls on a difficult pitch made the match a thrilling last-ball affair.
2024 Group Stage (New York) — India won by 6 runs
India defended a modest total of 119 on a seamer-friendly track, restricting Pakistan to 113/7.
This record gives India a strong psychological advantage ahead of the 2026 Group A match at the Premadasa Stadium. Pakistan’s success in 2021 showed they can overcome adversity, but India’s consistent form on big occasions—often thanks to players like Kohli—has decided the match.
Overall T20I head-to-heads include bilateral series and the Asia Cup, where India has won recent matches (e.g., the 2025 Asia Cup matches in Dubai). Pakistan has won only sporadically, often at neutral venues like the UAE.
Both teams have not lost in this tournament so far, and with rain expected, history suggests India will be the favorite—but anything can happen in this match!