Pakistan’s opening match of the T20 World Cup 2026 will be free for the public, giving fans an opportunity to watch the team live. The tournament gets underway on Saturday with Pakistan facing the Netherlands at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo.
Officials confirmed that spectators will not need tickets to enter the venue. Gates No. 5 and 7 will open at 9:30 AM, while the match is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM. Fans will have free seating in the stands, allowing everyone to enjoy the highly anticipated opener.
Weather conditions may affect play during the match. Forecasts predict cloudy skies throughout the day, with rain chances increasing in the afternoon and evening. Morning temperatures are expected to be around 31°C with high humidity, and winds from the southeast at 11 km/h could become stronger later. Early rain is unlikely, but scattered showers are expected by evening, with the probability of precipitation rising above 80%.
Weather has already impacted Pakistan’s preparations for the T20 World Cup. Their warm-up match against Ireland earlier this week was abandoned before the toss due to rain. The team is closely monitoring conditions ahead of the tournament opener.
The SSC Ground will also host Pakistan’s remaining group-stage matches. The Men in Green will face the USA on February 10 and Namibia on February 18. Fans attending these matches can expect free entry, similar to the opener.
Officials have urged spectators to plan for weather-related delays and take precautions. Despite the risk of rain and high humidity, excitement remains high among cricket fans in Colombo as Pakistan begins its T20 World Cup campaign.
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With free entry to the opening match, fans can experience live cricket action without tickets, cheering for Pakistan as the team aims for a strong start in the prestigious tournament.
