With only one match to go for each team in the Group 2 of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022, the tension is at an all-time high, and the experts and fans are drawing the various permutations and combinations to highlight the chances of teams qualifying for the semifinals. Here we have covered every scenario for the teams to be eligible for the semifinals of the ICC T20 World Cup 2022. Let’s find out whether the Indian cricket team can still be eliminated?
India’s Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
India is currently ranked first in Group 2 with 6 points in 4 games. Their net run rate is also positive, giving them almost a complete chance to qualify for the semifinals. However, India must beat Zimbabwe in their last match in Super 12 to completely seal the spot, as South Africa will go to the top of the table if they beat Netherlands and Pakistan, and Bangladesh will stand a chance to get the same points as India if Zimbabwe defeats India.
South Africa’s Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
South Africa must defeat the Netherlands to qualify for the semifinals. They have 5 points from 3 games, and if the Netherlands defeats them, they will surely be out of the race for the semifinal. India already has 6 points, and Pakistan and Bangladesh are slated to play against each other with 4 points in their bag. If South Africa loses, either Pakistan or Bangladesh can qualify if that match ends up happening. We say that cause rain may also play a spoilsport at the last moment.
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Pakistan’s Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
Pakistan has a healthy run rate. They must beat Bangladesh by a significant margin and hope that either India loses to Zimbabwe or South Africa is defeated by the Netherlands to qualify for the semifinals.
Bangladesh’s Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
Bangladesh’s net run rate is its biggest problem. They must beat Pakistan and hope that the Netherlands defeats South Africa, as India’s net run rate is almost impossible for them to catch on even if Zimbabwe defeats India.
Zimbabwe’s Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
If Zimbabwe beats India and South Africa is defeated by the Netherlands by a huge margin, and the match between Pakistan and South Africa washes out due to rain, Zimbabwe will miraculously qualify for the semi-final. Sounds impossible, though.
Netherlands’ Qualification Scenario for the Semi-Final in ICC T20 WC 2022
The Netherlands is already eliminated from the race semifinal in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.