🌦️ Weather Update – Colombo (21 Feb 2026)
📍 Match Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
📅 Date: Friday, 21 February 2026
⏰ Match Time: 7:00 PM IST / 13:30 UTC
☁️ Forecast Highlights
- Rain Threat: There is a strong chance of rain during the evening in Colombo, with probability estimates ranging from 55% to 75%. Scattered showers or thunderstorms are expected around match time, especially early in the night session.
- Temperature: Around 24°C–26°C with high humidity (80%+) typical for Sri Lankan coastal weather in February.
- Impact Potential: Strong clouds and passing showers may cause delays or interruptions, and under ICC rules Super 8 matches have no reserve day — meaning an abandoned or washed-out game will result in both teams being awarded one point each if fewer than five overs per side are played.
Summary: The weather is unstable and rain is likely, especially in the evening hours when the match is played — so a delayed start or shortened game is possible.
📺 Where to Watch – India & International
🇮🇳 In India
- 📺 Star Sports Network — live TV broadcast across multiple Star Sports channels.
- 📱 Jio Hotstar — official online live streaming on mobile & web platforms.
🌍 International Viewing
- 🇵🇰 PTV Sports/PTV FLIX — often available live for viewers in Pakistan (free options may exist). (Typical for major ICC events – regional variations may apply).
- 🇦🇺 Prime Video — streaming in Australia (subscription-based, subject to regional rights).
- 🇳🇿 Sky Sport / Sky Sport Now — New Zealand viewers can watch through Sky Sports channels and apps.
- 🇺🇸 Willow TV / Sling / ICC.tv with VPN — USA coverage via Willow and apps, free stream on ICC.tv in selected regions with VPN.
- 🇬🇧 Sky Sports / NOW Sports — live broadcast in the UK & Ireland.
- 🇿🇦 SuperSport (DStv) — South Africa live coverage.
(Note: region rights vary and platforms may require subscription or geo-license.)
Tip: The match is streamed officially by the ICC in many regions — ICC.tv often offers free or low-cost access depending on geo-rights, especially outside India/Pakistan/UK markets.
🏏 Super 8 Context – NZ vs Pakistan
- This is the opening Super 8 match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
- Both teams qualified as second-place finishers in their respective group stages and will be aiming for an early advantage in the race to the semi-finals.
- Historically, Pakistan holds a slight edge in T20 World Cup head-to-head encounters, though games have often been closely contested.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (F&Q)
1️⃣ What time does New Zealand vs Pakistan start in India?
The match starts at 7:00 PM IST (toss around 6:30 PM IST) on 21 February 2026.
2️⃣ Will the weather affect the match?
Yes — weather forecasts suggest a high chance of rain and thunderstorms in Colombo during the evening, potentially leading to delays or a shortened match. If no side gets five overs, the game could be abandoned and both teams would receive one point.
3️⃣ Is there a reserve day for this Super 8 match?
No. ICC T20 World Cup Super 8 matches do not have reserve days, so weather interruptions could directly impact the result.
4️⃣ Where can I watch the match in India?
Live on Star Sports TV channels and via Jio Hotstar app and website.
5️⃣ How can I watch the match outside India?
Depending on your region: PTV Sports (Pakistan), Sky Sports (UK/NZ), Willow TV or ICC.tv (USA/Global with VPN), and SuperSport (Africa).