The Super 8 encounter between Pakistan and New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was called off due to persistent heavy rain.
Continuous showers prevented any play after the toss.
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The minimum five-over cutoff was set for 9:45 PM PST, but the downpour forced officials to abandon the match.
As a result, both teams were awarded one point each.
Pakistan will next face England on February 24 in Kandy, while New Zealand will take on Sri Lanka on February 25 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
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Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha had won the toss and opted to bat first.
The team made one change to their playing XI, with Fakhar Zaman replacing Khawaja Nafay.
On the other hand, New Zealand made three changes, bringing in Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, and Mitchell Santner for the match.
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Fans and teams alike were left disappointed as weather conditions prevented what promised to be a high-stakes Super 8 contest.
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Match abandoned
Both teams received one point each as rain forced the match to be called off
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Rain in Colombo likely to continue
Persistent rain in Colombo likely to continue, says local Sri Lankan content creator, as Pakistan vs New Zealand match remains on hold.8:24 pm -
Match could be called off
The match will be called off if the rain doesn’t stop within 40 minutes.
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Overs have started getting lost
Overs slipping away in Colombo.8:12 pm -
Cut-off Time
Rain has caused a delay in the Super 8 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 between the Pakistan and the New Zealand. Overs will start being reduced from 7:40 pm (PST). If the game is shortened to five overs per side, the latest possible start time is 9:46 pm (PST).7:16 pm -
Players and officials are waiting
Mike Hesson, Salman Agha, and the umpires are waiting for the rain to stop before play can start.7:02 pm -
Heavy rainfall in Colombo
The start of play has been delayed due to heavy rainfall.
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Rain has returned
Rain returns, and the pitch covers are now on.6:25 pm -
Playing XI
One change for Pakistan! Fakhar Zaman comes in for Khawaja Nafay.6:10 pm -
Toss
Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first.
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Friendly exchange
Pakistan and New Zealand players interact before match.
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Skipper Salman Ali Agha in action
Game plan in motion as skipper Salman Ali Agha meets head coach Mike Hesson and Abrar Ahmed.5:55 pm -
Pakistan’s possible playing XI
Pakistan’s possible playing XI against New Zealand.
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Usman Tariq in conversation with coach
Usman Tariq in conversation with Coach Mike Hesson ahead of Pakistan’s Super 8 T20 World Cup match against New Zealand5:50 pm -
Pakistan arrive for Super 8 showdown
The Pakistan team have arrived at the stadium ahead of their Super 8 clash against the New Zealand
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Pakistan team arrives in Colombo
The Pakistan team has reached Colombo Stadium ahead of their Super 8 T20 World Cup clash against New Zealand.
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Afridi supports Babar Azam as opener
Shahid Afridi backs Babar Azam to open the innings and shifts Saim Ayub to the No. 4 spot.
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New Zealand arrives in Colombo
The New Zealand team has arrived at Colombo Stadium ahead of their Super 8 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan.
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Lights are on and pitch covers are in place
Lights are on and pitch covers are in place, ready for rapid action ahead of the Pakistan vs New Zealand match.
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Pakistan vs New Zealand Head-to-Head in World T20 Cups
Pakistan have won 5 matches, while New Zealand has emerged victorious in 2 encounters between the two sides in T20 World Cups.
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Pakistan vs New Zealand Head-to-Head
Pakistan have won 24 matches, while New Zealand has emerged victorious in 23 encounters between the two sides in T20Is.
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Welcome to Live Coverage
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of Pakistan vs New Zealand! We’re thrilled to have you with us as we count down to the match.
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