England vs Sri Lanka Super Eights Clash
Pallekele, February 22, 2026 – Unrelenting rainfall across Sri Lanka has once again disrupted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, placing the second Super Eights match between England and Sri Lanka under grave risk of abandonment or major interruption.
Scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM IST on Sunday at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, the fixture follows the complete washout of Saturday’s opening Super Eights encounter between Pakistan and New Zealand in Colombo, where not a single ball was bowled.
Ominous Weather Forecast
AccuWeather reports an 87 percent probability of rain during the day in Pallekele, easing only slightly to 55 percent in the evening. Meteorologists anticipate approximately three hours of precipitation during daylight hours and two hours after dark, with the highest chance of showers coinciding precisely with the scheduled start time.
These conditions strongly suggest the likelihood of a delayed commencement or repeated stoppages, rendering a full 20-over-per-side contest highly improbable.
No Reserve Day: Points to Be Shared
Super Eights matches carry no reserve day. Should play prove impossible, the contest will be officially declared a ‘No Result’, awarding one point to each team.
With Group 2 already affected by the previous washout, a second shared point would leave England, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and New Zealand tightly clustered on the points table. Every remaining fixture in the group would then assume must-win importance for teams seeking a top-two finish and progression to the semi-finals.
Officials and supporters continue to hope for a favourable break in the weather that might permit at least a shortened match of five overs per side, ensuring some competitive outcome.
The England versus Sri Lanka Super Eights match remains provisionally set for 3:00 PM IST on Sunday, 22 February 2026, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. Latest weather updates will be critical in determining whether the contest proceeds as planned.
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