PAK vs NED T20 World Cup Opener: Predicted XI, Live Stream, Venue & Weather

• Pakistan faces Netherlands in the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup opener at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club.
• The Salman Ali Agha-led Pakistan team arrives after consistent performance, winning 10 of their last 13 T20 matches.
• Pakistan had considered boycotting the tournament over Bangladesh's ouster but will play all matches except the India clash.
• The match is on Saturday, February 7, at 11 am IST; telecast on Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.
• Pitch is expected to be batting-friendly with some early carry for seamers; weather forecast predicts afternoon showers.