The highly anticipated T20 World Cup match between Pakistan and New Zealand (Pak vs NZ) will take place today at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo at 6:30 pm. Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the Super Eight clash, which holds great importance for both teams in their tournament campaign.
Weather conditions remain a major concern ahead of the match. Local meteorological officials have forecast light rain after 1:00 pm in Colombo. However, authorities believe the chances of heavy rainfall disrupting the game are low. According to weather updates, rain intensity is expected to decrease as the evening approaches.
AccuWeather also predicts afternoon showers with the possibility of a thunderstorm or two later in the day. Rain probability is expected to peak around 3:00 pm, nearly four hours before the match begins. After that, the likelihood of rain drops significantly from around 68 percent to nearly 20 percent by the scheduled start time.
Although rainfall during the match appears unlikely, players may still face challenges due to a wet outfield and high humidity levels. Such conditions could affect fielding performance and overall match dynamics, making adaptability important for both sides.
Meanwhile, team selection discussions have intensified ahead of the crucial encounter. Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali suggested that Fakhar Zaman could return to the playing XI, possibly replacing Khawaja Nafay. He emphasized Fakhar’s experience and strong record against New Zealand as key reasons for his inclusion.
Other cricket experts, including Shoaib Malik and Kamran Akmal, also supported fielding Pakistan’s strongest possible lineup. They believe experienced players will play a vital role in such a high-pressure Super Eight match.
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