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T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8, Group 2 Qualification Scenario: The race for the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024 has become very exciting. England has qualified for the semi-finals from Group 2 of the Super 8. England is in first place with 4 points and a better run rate after winning 2 out of 3 matches.
On the other hand, South Africa is in second place after winning 2 out of 2 matches, however, due to low run rate, their hopes of qualifying are in jeopardy. On the other hand, West Indies team has won 1 out of 2 matches and USA team has been eliminated from the tournament after losing all its three matches.
How will West Indies and South Africa qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-finals?
Super 8 Group 2 Points Table
| Super 8 Group 2 | Matches played | Won | Lost | Points | NRR (Net Run Rate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| England (Q) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1.992 |
| south africa | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0.625 |
| West Indies | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1.814 |
| united states | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -3.906 |
West Indies vs South Africa match will be decisive
How will West Indies and South Africa qualify for the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup? Let us tell you that the last match of Group 2 of Super 8 will be played between West Indies and South Africa. The team winning this match will qualify for the semi-finals of the tournament. But…..
It is not only important to win the match, along with that the teams will also have to do some maths. So let’s know the qualification scenario of both the teams-
West Indies Semi-Final Qualification Scenario Explained
England’s win has caused some upheaval in the points table. The host team West Indies is sitting with a run rate of +1.814 which is better than South Africa. This means West Indies only need a win against South Africa to ensure qualification.
In such a situation, all the teams will have 4-4 points. At the same time, West Indies needs to win by 49+ runs to top the group.
South Africa Semi-Final Qualification Scenario Explained
South Africa may have won both their matches but with their NRR of 0.625, they have shot themselves in the foot. South Africa still need a win against the West Indies on June 24 to confirm qualification.
If West Indies defeat South Africa, the Aiden Makram-led side will be knocked out of the tournament.
