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Pakistan will face the United States of America (USA) in their second match of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground today, aiming to secure a crucial win.
The match carries added significance, given the dramatic history between the two sides, as Pakistan looks to avoid repeating past disappointments and the USA seeks to assert their growing T20 credentials.
Weather Forecast:
According to the BBC weather forecast, the upcoming game in Colombo is expected to have sunny and hot conditions throughout the afternoon, with temperatures between 31 °C and 32 °C and no chance of rain.
Evening conditions will remain dry, with temperatures falling from about 30 °C to 26 °C under clear skies, while late night and early morning will be partly cloudy, cooling further to 23 °C–25 °C.
Additional forecasts predict minimal rain risk during playing hours, although high humidity and cloud cover may produce heavy dew later, potentially affecting bowling and fielding conditions under lights.
Historical Context: Pakistan vs USA
The Men in Green and the USA have met only once in T20 cricket, during the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas, on June 6, where the home side defeated Pakistan.
In that match, the national team scored 159 for 7 in 20 overs, with Babar Azam scoring 44 runs and Shadab Khan contributing 40 runs, while the USA replied with 159 for 3, anchored by Monank Patel’s half-century.
The encounter ended in a tie, forcing a Super Over, in which the USA scored 18 for 1, while Pakistan managed only 13 for 1, handing the co-hosts a historic upset victory.
Match Outlook and Key Considerations
The clash scheduled for today is expected to be competitive, with Pakistan relying on their experienced batting lineup and the USA aiming to replicate their past success against stronger opponents.
Weather conditions appear favorable for full play, with no interruptions expected from rain, while light evening winds and mild humidity may influence the bowlers’ strategies and fielding decisions.
The rematch is already generating attention from cricket fans worldwide, as it presents an opportunity for Pakistan to assert dominance and for the USA to demonstrate continued growth in T20I cricket.
