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T20 World Cup 2026: There is no chance of India and Pakistan meeting in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Calcutta : England got a big win against New Zealand in their last match in the Super 8 phase of T20 World Cup. This ensured England qualified for the semi-finals as the top team in Group 2 with three wins from three matches. The win also gave Pakistan a chance to reach the semi-finals of the tournament.
Pakistan currently has only 1 point in Super 8 phase of T20 World Cup 2026. Their first match against New Zealand was abandoned due to rain. They then lost to England. Pakistan still have a match against Sri Lanka, which they play in Kandy on February 28 (Saturday). Pallekele International Cricket Stadiumwill play at
Pakistan should not only win the match, but win by a big margin. If they bat first, they should win by at least 65 runs. And if they bat later, they should keep the net run rate good. They need to chase down the target in 13 overs to get a place in the last four.
Indian team They started their Super 8 campaign with a 76-run loss to South Africa in Ahmedabad. They later bounced back with a 72-run win against Zimbabwe. Currently India have 2 points from 2 matches and Net Run Rate -0.100.
The equation has now become easier after West Indies also lost the Super 8 match to South Africa. India must win the match against West Indies at any cost. If India and Pakistan make it to the semi-finals, then India and Pakistan will not face each other in the semi-finals. because South Africa Top in Group 1 with good net run rate. If they lose to Zimbabwe and India beat the West Indies, South Africa will still qualify as the top team in Group 1. On the other hand, England have already secured their place as the top team in Group 2 with 6 points.
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