Mumbai: After winning the first two games in the World Cup, the fans are eagerly looking forward to see if Pakistan can still reach the semi-finals after losing three games in a row. The answer is that even though the road ahead is tough, Pakistan’s semi-prospects are not over. Starting with tomorrow’s match against South Africa in Chennai, every match is a knockout for Pakistan.
Pakistan have four matches left in the group stage. Even if they win all these matches, Pakistan’s chances of semi-finals will depend on the results of other matches. After South Africa tomorrow, Bangladesh, New Zealand and England will be the opponents of Pakistan.
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The easiest way for Pakistan to reach the semi-finals is to win the next four games. Pakistan will have 12 points if they win all four games. But for that, Pakistan has to beat South Africa and New Zealand in the top three. Likewise, if Australia wins all the remaining games, it will be more difficult for Pakistan to reach the semi-finals.
If they win three of the next four games, Pakistan can get maximum 10 points. In this situation, the results of the fourth ranked Australia will be crucial for Pakistan. Australia must lose at least two of the remaining four games. In that case the net run rate also determines the semi position.
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If they win two of the remaining four games, it will be difficult for Pakistan to advance. Pakistan can have any hope only if other teams come up. If they win just one of the remaining four games, Pakistan will miss the semis.
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Last Updated Oct 26, 2023, 12:21 PM IST
2023-10-26 06:51:03
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