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The first match of the Super 8 stage in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 between Pakistan and New Zealand was abandoned due to persistent rain on Saturday. The washout occurred shortly after the toss, with no play possible as weather conditions failed to improve.
Both teams managed to take the field only for the toss before heavy rain set in, forcing players and officials back off the ground. Despite brief inspections, the outfield remained unplayable, leaving match officials with no option but to call off the contest.
As a result of the abandonment, both Pakistan and New Zealand were awarded one point each, in line with tournament regulations. The outcome means the Super 8 stage begins without a result, adding an early layer of uncertainty to the group standings.
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