Pakistan’s 2026 FIFA World Cup T20 campaign concludes on Wednesday, February 18 at the Sinhala Sports Club in Colombo with a crucial group stage clash against Namibia. A loss would see Pakistan out of the tournament, marking yet another early exit for the team led by captain Salman Ali Agha.
This match assumes significance after Pakistan lost to India by 61 runswhich significantly affected their net run rate and moved them below the USA in the Group A points table. Pakistan will have their fate in their own hands at this point, so a win over Namibia is crucial to progress to the Super 8.
Led by Gerhard Erasmus, Namibia suffered heavy defeats in three matches against the Netherlands, India and the USA. While there were brief moments of brilliance, the African nation failed to make a mark in the competition and have already been eliminated. Erasmus and Co. however, will look to leave Indian shores on a high and pull off an upset win over the former T20 World Cup champions.
Due to the high stakes, the weather is also expected to play a decisive role in the competition.
PAK vs NAM: COLOMBO WEATHER REPORT
Cloudy conditions are expected in Colombo on Wednesday with thunderstorms expected. Fortunately for cricket fans, the rain is expected to stay away for the duration of the game, but cloud cover is expected to be 100 percent.
Thunderstorms are expected between 1pm and 3pm so we could postpone the start of the competition in Colombo. Other than that, you are expected to get the full game. Credit: Accuweather
WHAT HAPPENS IF THEN WE ARE MISSED?
A washout may not be a bad result for Pakistan in the context of their qualification for the Super 8. If the match is abandoned due to rain, they will get a point which is enough for them to go through at the expense of USA.
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February 18, 2026