Pakistan, New Zealand or Afghanistan: Semis race explained

By Sidhant Maheshwari
Published on | Nov 08, 2023

3 teams could end up level on points

Pakistan, New Zealand and Afghanistan, all 3 teams in contention for the 4th spot could end up tied on points after the league stage

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NRR to play a massive role

Currently, NZ have better NRR, while AFG missed a golden chance vs AUS. But since Pakistan play last, they'll know exactly what they need to qualify

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Afghanistan with an outside chance

The surprise package, Afghanistan, will have to beat South Africa and hope all other results go their way if they are to finish in the top 4

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New Zealand have the advantage

While New Zealand are favourites against Sri Lanka, a big win against the Islanders could see them seal the last semifinal spot

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But, will rain play spoilsport?

With 90% chance of rain in Bengaluru on Thursday, a washout of the NZ vs SL will see the Black Caps get eliminated from the World Cup

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Where Pakistan stand?

Pakistan's NRR is currently well behind New Zealand but if the NZ vs SL game gets washed out, all Pakistan would need is a victory

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Qudrat ka Nizam this time again?

PAK were down and out after 4 consecutive losses but it will be a remarkable comeback if they indeed make it to the semis, where they'll face India

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