T20 World Cup 2024: Can Pakistan still qualify for Super 8?
Pakistan relies on USA for the Super 8 qualifications
The first leg of league games in the T20 World Cup 2024 has thrown up some upsets and a case of split points due to rain. This has left one of the favorites, Pakistan, with plenty to do to qualify for the Super Eight stage.
After their convincing win against Canada, with 15 balls to spare, Pakistan’s chances of qualifying have improved. Their net run rate now stands at 0.191, meaning they are almost certain to qualify if they beat Ireland and if the USA loses their two remaining matches.
However, Pakistan’s fate is still at the mercy of other results and the weather conditions. The result margins required are tiny – even if the USA loses their two remaining matches by a combined margin of ten runs (with scores of 140 by the team batting first), a win by any margin will be enough for Pakistan as long as they score at least 112 batting first.
But the bigger worry for Pakistan will be the rain forecast throughout the week in Lauderhill, where they play Ireland. If the USA secures a single point or if Pakistan drops a point due to a washout, they will be out of the World Cup.
The split results and unpredictable weather have left Pakistan in a precarious position, with their World Cup hopes hanging by a thread.
They will need favorable results from other matches and a rain-free encounter against Ireland to keep their dreams alive in this prestigious tournament.