T20 World Cup 2026: ‘These’ two important matches will decide the semi-final equation! Pakistan’s life hangs in the balance again

• These two important matches will determine the semi-final equation!
• Pakistan again relying on luck
• Read what the equation is

Colombo: T20 World Cup 2026 Now (T20 World Cup 2026) Moving towards our final stages, the semi-final picture is slowly becoming clear. On the strength of a tremendous performance in the Super-8 round South Africa And England These two teams have officially confirmed their place in the semi-finals. However, for the remaining two places, four teams are still tied and the next two matches will decide the fate of this World Cup.

Dominated by South Africa and England

In the Super-8, South Africa from Group-1, while England from Group-2 have won two consecutive matches and won the top position with 4 points each. South Africa’s next match is against Zimbabwe, which is now just a formality. On the other hand, England are playing a crucial match against New Zealand. After these two teams, now the whole world is paying attention to the two matches ‘India vs West Indies’ and ‘England vs New Zealand’.

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Pakistan’s life hangs in the balance

Equations in group-2 become very interesting. England and New Zealand face each other in Colombo on Friday. Although England have already qualified, this is a do-or-die match for New Zealand.

• If New Zealand win: If the Kiwis beat England, they will go directly to the semi-finals with 5 points. In such a situation, Pakistan’s challenge in this tournament will end.
• If England win: If England beat New Zealand and on the other hand Pakistan wins against Sri Lanka, then both teams (New Zealand and Pakistan) will have 3 points. At that time the decision will be made on the basis of Net Run Rate (NRR). As New Zealand’s run rate is good right now, Pakistan needs not just a win, but a win by a big margin. In short, the fate of Pakistan now depends entirely on luck and the judgment of others.

India vs West Indies

The decision of which other team will advance to the semi-finals along with South Africa from Group-1 will be decided on March 1 in Kolkata. Both India and West Indies have won each of their two matches in Super-8 so far and both have 2 points. This match on March 1 will be like a true knockout. The team that wins this match will get a direct semi-final ticket with 4 points. It will be a big challenge for the Indian team playing at home to stop the ‘power hitters’ of the West Indies.

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