Five-time World Champions, Australia on Tuesday snatched the victory from Afghanistan's jaws and defeated them by 3 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium. Courtesy of Glenn Maxwell's record-breaking 201 not-out innings, Australia stormed into the semi-finals of the ongoing Cricket World Cup 2023. At one stage, Australia were 91-7, then Pat Cummins and Glenn Maxwell weaved a record partnership defeating Afghanistan in Mumbai. After Afghanistan's loss vs Australia, the chances of Pakistan qualifying for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 have been increased.
It means the India vs Pakistan World Cup 2023 semi-final is still possible. However, there are still calculations that need to be done if fans want to watch the India vs Pakistan WC 2023 semi-final.
How Pakistan can qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final?
A famous cricket analyst took to his official X handle, formerly known as Twitter and shared how Pakistan can qualify for the World Cup 2023 semi-final.
For India Vs NZ World Cup 2023 Semis-
- NZ defeat SL.
- Eng lose by <130 runs Vs Pak.
India Vs Pakistan Semis:
- Pak defeat Eng.
- SL beat NZ or a washout.
OR
- Beat England by at least 130 runs.
India Vs Afg Semis:
- Afg beat SA.
- SL beat NZ.
- Eng beat Pak.
Coming to Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table, India, South Africa, and Australia have qualified for the World Cup Semi-final. While Team India will lock horns with the number 4 team in the points table, South Africa and Australia are expected to lock horns in the semi-final.
Currently, New Zealand is at number 4 of the points table with 8 points, however, Pakistan and Afghanistan have similar points. The Black Caps are at 4 due to their better net run-rate. As a result, Pakistan and Afghanistan are still not out of contention for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Semi-final. Top 4 teams will qualify for the semi-final.