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COLOMBO: Fans will be able to watch the crucial ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 fixture between Pakistan and Namibia free of charge after Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) opened the gates for spectators at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground on Wednesday.
In an official statement, SLC confirmed that gates number five and seven at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground will be opened to the public from 1:00 PM local time, two hours before the scheduled start of play at 3:00 PM.
The board invited fans to witness the contest without purchasing tickets, making it the final World Cup match at the venue accessible “free-of-charge.”
According to SLC, the upcoming game will be the fifth and last fixture of the tournament hosted at the SSC, which has already marked two milestones during the event, staging the opening match of the competition and hosting its first-ever international game under lights.
However, the weather could play a decisive role in the outcome. Forecasts indicate nearly a 60 per cent chance of showers, with thunderstorms already affecting the region.
The temperature is hovering around 29°C (RealFeel 30°C), while northern winds are blowing at 19 km/h with stronger gusts.
The match holds significant importance for Pakistan, who must win to secure qualification for the Super Eight stage by finishing second in Group A with six points.
Even in the event of a washout, Pakistan would still progress. A shared point would take their tally to five, keeping them ahead of the United States, who currently sit second with four points.
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