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Rain Forces Abandonment of Pakistan vs New Zealand Match

2/21/2026

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Persistent rain in Colombo forced the abandonment of Pakistan's match against New Zealand, which was opening the 2026 T20 World Cup Super Eights.
The rain began after Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and chose to bat, and umpires halted play at 9:05 PM local time.
Both teams earned one point; the tournament continues with India vs South Africa in Ahmedabad and Sri Lanka vs England in Pallekele.

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Persistent rain in Colombo forced the abandonment of Pakistan's match against New Zealand, which was opening the 2026 T20 World Cup Super Eights.
The rain began after Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and chose to bat, and umpires halted play at 9:05 PM local time.
Both teams earned one point; the tournament continues with India vs South Africa in Ahmedabad and Sri Lanka vs England in Pallekele.