NZ vs PAK Super-8: Pakistan-New Zealand’s first Super-8 match was washed out due to rain, both teams got 1-1 point.

Sports: ICCThe excitement of the T20 World Cup has now reached its peak. But Indradev spoiled the very first important match of Super-8. The teams of Pakistan and New Zealand were facing each other on the historic ground of Colombo on Saturday. The fans were expecting a very tough innings. But heavy rain did not allow the game to start. After winning the toss, Pakistan decided to bat first. But after that the rain did not stop.

Every team gets a chance to play a total of three matches

After the cancellation of the match, now both the teams have to be satisfied with one point each. In this tough match of Super-8, every team gets a chance to play a total of three matches. To secure your place in the semi-finals, it is very important to get a big margin of victory and full points. In such a situation, getting one point is no less than a big strategic setback for both the teams. Now they will have to register a big win in their remaining two matches at any cost.

Weather changed after the toss

The toss process was completed on time at Colombo’s R Premadasa ground. Pakistan captain Salman Aga won the coin and considering the circumstances decided to bat first. But as soon as the players and umpires were preparing to enter the field. Then torrential rain started from the sky. The umpires waited for a long time and also inspected the pitch several times. But it was not possible to start the game due to the ground being wet.

Pakistan’s next big challenge

The journey ahead for Pakistan is not going to be easy at all. Their next important match is scheduled to be against the very strong England team on 24th February. After this, on February 28, they will face host Sri Lanka in the last match of Super-8. Both England and Sri Lanka teams are currently in excellent form. In such a situation, Pakistan will now have to work hard on the field to improve its net run rate and position in the points table.

New Zealand’s semi-final plan

The eyes of the Kiwi team i.e. New Zealand are now fixed on its next two important matches. They will take the field against Sri Lanka on 25th February and then they will have a tough face against the powerful England on 27th February. Captain Mitchell Santner knows very well that there is no scope for any small mistake in this round of Super-8. Talented players like Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips will now have to fire with the bat in the upcoming matches so that the dream of reaching the semi-finals remains safe.

Playing eleven of both the teams

Babar Azam in Pakistan team. Experienced players like Fakhar Zaman and Shadab Khan were included. There itself. New Zealand’s Finn Allen. Had expressed confidence in stalwarts like Daryl Mitchell and Lockie Ferguson. Due to cancellation of the match, these veteran players did not get a chance to show their rhythm. Fans have full hope that the weather will be completely clear in the next matches and they will get to see the real thrill of cricket. Both the teams will now prepare their strategy afresh.