Pakistan team have suffered four consecutive losses in the ICC World Cup 2023, and their tournament hopes now pivot on the outcomes of other crucial matches, especially those involving Australia. Babar Azam’s squad pins their aspirations on Afghanistan or Bangladesh causing upsets against the Australians.
Out of six games played, Pakistan has secured victory in only two, accumulating four points on the table. Their upcoming matches against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England are not only must-win but must be won convincingly. Additionally, Pakistan must rely on favourable results in other matches.
The most direct path to advancement would be Australia losing three of their remaining four games. However, this scenario appears unlikely given that two of their matches are against comparatively weaker opponents, Afghanistan and Bangladesh. Therefore, Pakistan will hope for more upsets in the tournament.
In addition to this, Pakistan wishes for New Zealand to emerge victorious in their three remaining matches, excluding the face-off against Pakistan themselves. If Australia avoids upsets but loses to New Zealand, Net Run Rate (NRR) could become the deciding factor.
For Pakistan to secure a spot in the semifinals of World Cup 2023, specific results in other matches could prove beneficial. A series of victories and defeats in various matchups could reshape the standings and offer Pakistan a fighting chance.
The intricacies of this ‘if and but’ scenario will become clearer for Pakistan in the upcoming mid-week. As the results unfold, Pakistan’s hopes and strategies will undoubtedly evolve accordingly. The unpredictable nature of the tournament keeps fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next turn of events.
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