In a thrilling encounter at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, New Zealand emerged victorious over Sri Lanka by five wickets in the 41st match of the ICC World Cup 2023. This crucial win has further complicated Pakistan’s already challenging path to the World Cup 2023 semifinal, making it nearly impossible for them. To secure a spot in the semis, Pakistan now face a daunting task – they must achieve a massive victory over England in their upcoming match in Kolkata on November 11.

To understand the magnitude of the challenge, Pakistan’s requirement varies depending on whether they bat or bowl first. If they choose to bat first against England, they will need to outscore their opponents by a staggering 287 runs. Alternatively, if Pakistan are in the field, they must chase down the target with 284 balls to spare, equivalent to just 2.4 overs.

As the World Cup 2023 progresses, India, South Africa, and Australia have already secured their places in the semifinals. At the moment, the race for the fourth spot intensifies, with New Zealand, Afghanistan, and Pakistan vying for the coveted position. New Zealand appear to be in a strong position to qualify, closely followed by Pakistan. Unfortunately, Afghanistan face a more challenging situation, primarily due to their negative net run rate (NRR).

The upcoming World Cup matches will be critical in determining the final semifinalist:

  • November 10: South Africa will take on Afghanistan at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
  • November 11: Australia will clash with Bangladesh at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, while Pakistan faces England at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
  • November 12: India will meet Netherlands at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

The semifinals are set for November 15, with the first-place team battling the fourth-place team at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The second-place team will face the third-place team in the semifinal on November 16 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The highly anticipated final will take place on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where the winners of the semifinals will compete for World Cup glory. The competition continues to unfold with excitement and uncertainty, keeping cricket fans on the edge of their seats.

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