T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan vs Namibia: Colombo weather report

Pakistan's campaign at the T20 World Cup 2026 comes down to a decisive group stage clash against Namibia on Wednesday, February 18, at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. A loss would result in Pakistan's elimination from the tournament, marking another early exit for the team under captain Salman Ali Agha.

This match takes on added significance after Pakistan's 61-run loss to India, which severely impacted their net run rate and pushed them below the USA on the Group A points table. Pakistan will have destiny in their own hands at the moment, making victory over Namibia essential for progression to the Super 8 stage.

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Namibia, led by Gerhard Erasmus, has suffered heavy defeats in their three matches against the Netherlands, India and the USA. While there were brief moments of brilliance, the African nation has failed to make a mark in the competition and has already been eliminated. However, Erasmus and Co. will look to leave the Indian shores on a high and pick up an upset win over the former T20 World Cup champions.

With the stakes high, weather is also expected to play a crucial role in the contest.

PAK vs NAM: COLOMBO WEATHER REPORT

It is expected to be a cloudy day on Wednesday in Colombo, with thunderstorms expected. Thankfully for cricket fans, rain is expected to stay away during the duration of the game but cloud cover is expected to be 100 percent.

Thunderstorms are expected to happen between 1 and 3 pm, so we may have delayed start to the contest in Colombo. Apart from that, the expectation is to get a full game.

WHAT HAPPENS IF PAK VS NAM IS WASHED OUT?

A washout may not be a bad result for Pakistan in the context of their Super 8 qualification. If the match gets abandoned due to rain, they will get a point that is enough for them to go through at the expense of the USA.

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