To reach the semi-finals in 2023, Pakistan needs to defeat England eitherby a margin of 287 runs or by chasing England’s target within 16 balls. Thepractical possibility of Pakistan making it to the final four hasdiminished, requiring the national team to create history in Kolkata toreach the semi-finals.
In Bangalore, New Zealand’s victory over Sri Lanka has practically securedtheir spot in the semi-finals. New Zealand achieved the target set by SriLanka, losing five wickets in the 24th over, marking a crucial victory forthe Kiwis with an improved run rate.
Following the triumph against Sri Lanka, New Zealand sits at the fourthposition on the points table with 10 points and a superior net run rate of0.7. Meanwhile, Pakistan, with 8 points and a net run rate of 0.04,occupies the fifth position on the points table. The competition is ongoing.
For Pakistan to reach the semi-finals, they must either defeat England by287 runs or achieve the target set by England within just 16 balls.
Failing to do so would mark the end of Pakistan’s current World Cupjourney. The toss in the match against England is also crucial forPakistan. If Pakistan loses the toss and England chooses to bat first, thepractical possibility of Pakistan reaching the semi-finals would end rightat the toss.
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It’s essential to note that Pakistan and England will face each other intheir last group stage match on November 11th at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.England, having already been eliminated from the semi-final race with sixdefeats, aims to secure a direct entry into the 2025 Champions Trophythrough a victory in their final match of the ongoing World Cup.
Despite four victories in the tournament so far, the Pakistani team stillhas the chance to reach the semi-finals. Therefore, they will strive totake the field in Kolkata against England with a significant margin for atriumphant outcome.