Heavy rains have once again disrupted the cricketing calendar, forcing the abandonment of the second T20 International between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The match, scheduled at Colombo’s P Sara Oval, couldn’t even start as relentless downpours soaked the field, leaving umpires with no choice but to call it off.
This comes just days after the first T20 saw Pakistan clinch a thrilling four-wicket victory, chasing down Sri Lanka’s 164 with balls to spare. Fans were eagerly awaiting another high-octane clash, but Mother Nature had other plans. The series now hangs in balance, with the decisive third T20 set for Thursday.
Sri Lanka, playing on home soil, had hoped to level the series. Captain Wanindu Hasaranga spoke to the media post-abandonment, expressing disappointment but stressing the importance of preparation for the final game. ‘We were ready to bounce back, but we’ll take the rest and come stronger,’ he said.
Pakistan’s camp, led by Mohammad Rizwan, remains confident. Their bowlers, led by Naseem Shah, had set the tone in the opener, and batters like Fakhar Zaman shone bright. With the series at 1-0, they eye a clean sweep.
Rain interruptions are common in Colombo during this season, but this outright washout underscores the challenges of scheduling in monsoon-prone areas. The ICC might review such fixtures in future tours.
As both teams return to training, attention shifts to the decider. Will Sri Lanka redeem themselves, or will Pakistan seal the series? Cricket lovers worldwide await the outcome under hopefully clearer skies.