Pakistan v New Zealand abandoned due to rain | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, 2026


The opening fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight, between Pakistan and New Zealand, was called off due to rain. The teams will share a point each.

Pakistan captain Salman Agha had elected to bat first but the covers came on soon after the toss.

Pakistan and New Zealand are in Group 2, along with England and co-hosts Sri Lanka. All the Group 2 matches will be played in Sri Lanka.