T20 World Cup 2026: Hopes of the India–Pakistan match going ahead remain as the ICC questions Pakistan's force majeure claim. The global body engages the PCB in talks and weighs the sporting, legal and financial implications of a potential T20 World Cup boycott.

The ICC has asked the PCB to justify their demand to invoke the Force Majeure clause for the India Vs Pakistan match; the apex body also wants to the board to provide evidences

India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match could still happen as ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta spotted in Colombo during Pakistan’s opening game. This has sparked hope among fans and supporters of the clash.

According to AccuWeather, afternoon showers are on the horizon, with the probability of rainfall climbing to 68% around 2:00 pm IST. Rain is expected to disrupt the match around the halfway stage, as precipitation chances peak at 1:00 pm IST.

Pakistan are set to take part in their only warm-up match before the T20 World Cup 2026 against Ireland at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.<br /><br />However, the incessant rain in Colombo has delayed the toss.