Pallekele Weather and Rain Forecast for PAK vs SL T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Match
The Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 carries significant weight for the semi-final qualification scenarios of Group 2. Check Pallekele weather and rain forecast for Pakistan vs Sri Lanka T20 world cup 2026 super 8 match below.
Clear skies are expected over the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium for the high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 encounter between Pakistan and co-hosts Sri Lanka. Scheduled for 28 February 2026, the match is a vital fixture for Pakistan as they compete for a place in the semi-finals. Following a tournament marred by several weather-disrupted games, meteorological reports suggest a full 40-over contest is highly likely. Pakistan Semi-Final Scenario After New Zealand's Defeat to England in T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Match.
Pallekele Weather and Rain Forecast
The latest forecast from Pallekele indicates a sunny day transitioning into a clear evening with periodic clouds. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach a high of 27°C, dropping to a cool 17°C during the nighttime session.
Critically for teams and spectators, the chance of rain during match hours is negligible. While there is a minimal 5 percent probability of precipitation during the day, this is expected to fall to 0 percent by the 7:00 PM IST start time. Northeast winds at approximately 5 mph will provide a light breeze, and humidity levels are forecasted at a manageable 50 percent. Pakistan Captain Salman Ali Agha's Wife Sabba and Young Son Targeted by Online Abuse After T20 World Cup 2026 Defeat To England.
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Pakistan Semi-Final Qualification Chances
England's four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Colombo on 27 February has provided a vital lifeline for Pakistan, keeping their semi-final hopes alive by the narrowest of margins. With England topping Group 2 with six points, the race for the final semi-final spot now comes down to a direct battle of Net Run Rate (NRR) between New Zealand and Pakistan. The Black Caps have finished their Super 8 stage on three points with a significantly improved NRR of +1.432, meaning Pakistan (currently on one point with an NRR of -0.461) must not only defeat Sri Lanka in their final match on 28 February but do so by a massive margin.
To overtake New Zealand, Salman Ali Agha’s side will likely need a victory in the range of 60-70 runs (if batting first) or a chase completed within approximately 14–15 overs, depending on the exact scores. While the mathematical path is clear, Pakistan faces a daunting task against the co-hosts to bridge the substantial NRR gap and secure a place in the final four.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 27, 2026 10:53 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).