ENG vs SL: Weather forecast for T20 World Cup 2026 match 42, Pallekele (22nd February)

ENG vs SL, T20 World Cup Match 42, will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.

The first match of the Super 8 between Pakistan and New Zealand was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain interruptions. The 42nd match of the T20 World Cup 2026, which is the second game of the Super 8 stage, will be between England and Sri Lanka.

England finished at the second position in Group C below the West Indies, while Sri Lanka also finished at second position in Group B, losing only one game. England have struggled a bit in every match but have found ways to win in the end. They will look to continue their winning momentum in the Super 8. On the other hand, Sri Lanka have had quite the tournament they were hoping for.

They defeated Australia in the group stage courtesy of a brilliant knock by Pathum Nissanka but lost their last group match to Zimbabwe, finishing second in the table. England have always dominated this clash and lead 13–4 in the head-to-head record in 17 T20I matches played.

They also lead 5–1 in the T20 World Cup, with Sri Lanka’s only win coming in 2012. Several matches have already been washed out in this edition of the World Cup due to rain, mainly in Sri Lanka. This match also remains in doubt, and the weather could play a very big role in changing the game.

ENG vs SL Weather forecast for T20 World Cup 2026 match 42, Pallekele (22nd February)

According to weather.com, the temperature in Pallekele is expected to be around 22–23°C throughout the day on Sunday, 22nd February. There will be light rain, slightly strong winds, and humidity of around 95%. Rain is expected over the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, with projections indicating a 40–50% chance of rain during match hours.

The teams wrapped up their practice sessions on Saturday shortly before the evening rain set in and developed into a thunderstorm. On Sunday, the showers could arrive even earlier, increasing the probability of a delayed start, shortened play, or even a washed-out game, with both teams sharing a point.

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