Pakistan will be desperate to get back on the pitch when they take on England in their second match of the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, February 24, after their opening match at the same venue was lost.
With just three games a side in the Super 8s and a semi-final spot on the line, there is little room for error. The a washout against New Zealand he has already dealt a considerable blow to Pakistan Tuesday’s match against England all the more critical. One point from a lost match is far from ideal when qualification is hanging in the balance.
The positive news is that the weather forecast looks much more promising this time. According to Accuweather, rain is unlikely with just a 2% chance of precipitation, which will be music to the ears of cricket fans hoping for an uninterrupted contest. Temperatures are expected to hover around 27 degrees Celsius before dropping to 25 degrees in the evening, offering ideal playing conditions. Image: Accuweather
Pakistan, led by Salman Ali Agh, will fancy their chances in Sri Lankan conditions. Having played all their matches on the island so far, they have acclimated well to the surfaces and environment. Their powerful spin-heavy attack has been instrumental in their progress to this stage and could once again prove decisive against an England side that has historically struggled with quality spin bowling in subcontinental conditions.
PAK vs ENG: PAKISTAN’S ROAD TO SEMIS
After their Super 8 opener against New Zealand ended, Pakistan had already lost control of their destiny. In a three-match stage where every point counts, the margin for error is razor thin.
A win over England on Tuesday would make things much easier. Pakistan would move to three points and a subsequent win against Sri Lanka in their last game would guarantee a semi-final spot on five points regardless of other results. This would put qualification firmly back in their own hands.
However, a loss would leave Pakistan one point behind, relying on England to beat New Zealand in their final group match to keep their hopes alive. Even then, the net run rate could become the deciding factor in a tight three-way battle.
Further washing out would be equally problematic. Pakistan would finish on two points and still need favorable results elsewhere, while qualification could be reduced to pure run rate if more teams finish on four points.
The equation is simple: beat England and take control or risk leaving your fate in the hands of others.
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Issued by:
Amar Panicker
Published on:
February 24, 2026
