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After the England Defeat: Can Pakistan Still Reach the Semi-Finals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026?

Can Pakistan Still Reach the Semi-Finals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026?

  • Yes – Pakistan will bounce back and qualify for the semi-finals!

    Votes: 13 31.0%

  • No – The England loss has ended Pakistan’s semi-final hopes.

    Votes: 29 69.0%
  • Total voters
    42
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Usman Chadda said:
Fans will find out tomorrow how bad England are going to get cooked in the semi-finals, and how out of form this team really is.

New Zealand will eat them alive and spit them out in this ground, I see a similar phainta to what Sri Lanka was dished out.
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I think wash out cost Pakistan....at least even if they lose its all in their hands instead of depending on these teams....either in or out....
 
If they manage to go through they are going to be badly abused by the strong teams that have progressed to the semi finals. I am sure this isn’t the type of heartbreak you guys want
 
GudduBadmash said:
If they manage to go through they are going to be badly abused by the strong teams that have progressed to the semi finals. I am sure this isn’t the type of heartbreak you guys want
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That's the point

Its better NZ win tomorrow and kill all those hopes
 
Pakistan is a worst team when it comes to maintaining run rate in any big tournaments. They lose first few games so miserably that there is no chance to recover.
 
Will Pakistan Qualify for the Semis? ⚡

Pakistan’s only path to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals depends entirely on England beating New Zealand today. 🏏

If ENG vs NZ is washed out, both teams share points. England tops Group 2, New Zealand goes through, and Pakistan is eliminated. ❌

If England beats New Zealand, Pakistan must then defeat Sri Lanka by a big margin to surpass New Zealand’s net run rate and secure a semifinal spot. ✅

In short: Pakistan’s fate is in England’s hands!
 
Ball Blazer said:
Will Pakistan Qualify for the Semis? ⚡

Pakistan’s only path to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals depends entirely on England beating New Zealand today. 🏏

If ENG vs NZ is washed out, both teams share points. England tops Group 2, New Zealand goes through, and Pakistan is eliminated. ❌

If England beats New Zealand, Pakistan must then defeat Sri Lanka by a big margin to surpass New Zealand’s net run rate and secure a semifinal spot. ✅

In short: Pakistan’s fate is in England’s hands!
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If Pakistan qualify for Semis and win the whole thing. How would you rate the campaign?
 
Hikaru said:
It hurts me to say this, but I don't care. Bobbzy was the only reason I even switched on the TV for Pakistan matches. The way he has been treated this tournament, I hope Pakistan get knocked out.
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Nothing personal against babar or agha they are not t20 players being professional cricketers they know their strengths and weakness t20 is their weakness so why occupy a spot in the team and csuse harm to their chances of winning
 
KingKhanWC said:
Yes and also for @Devadwal bcci homework .

It’s near impossible for most teams against a Lanka team desperate for a win . For a Pakistan team , the worst in tournament history, they will just try to win the game to keep some places .
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I'd back Pakistan if they can actually play a little cricket for a change. Sri Lanka seem to have gone into victim-mode with their captain already complaining about abuse from fans. Not a sign of fight in a team when they start doing that. And if you want to go down conspiracy paths, they might even get a call from their board :dhoni so SL get a chance to host some big games.
 
DeadlyVenom said:
Watch how Agha wins the toss and bowls :inti
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Now I think bowling first is right decision, Lanka may out for 130 runs so it easy to chase the target in 13 overs.

But when Pakistan batting first they need to score 220 them they can restrict England to Below 145.

:kp
 
pillionrider said:
I'd back Pakistan if they can actually play a little cricket for a change. Sri Lanka seem to have gone into victim-mode with their captain already complaining about abuse from fans. Not a sign of fight in a team when they start doing that. And if you want to go down conspiracy paths, they might even get a call from their board :dhoni so SL get a chance to host some big games.
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They are inexperienced players given a huge task at home . Not the teams of yesteryear.

Only hope for Pakistan a flat deck , no movement, only then can you hit 10-15 sixes which will be needed along with drop catches helping you out . Score 200 and hope Lankans are mentally shot , crumble at home .
 
pillionrider said:
I'd back Pakistan if they can actually play a little cricket for a change. Sri Lanka seem to have gone into victim-mode with their captain already complaining about abuse from fans. Not a sign of fight in a team when they start doing that. And if you want to go down conspiracy paths, they might even get a call from their board :dhoni so SL get a chance to host some big games.
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It’s 13.1 overs to be exact ! Check coding , Pakistan have 10.32% chance
:sachin
 
Guys whats more easier.

Restricting Lanka for a small total and chasing it in 13.1 overs?

Or giving a massive target and restricting Sri Lanka to a 64 run deficit?
 
Devadwal said:
I think New Zealand should not lose the match against England, otherwise I am 100% sure that Sri Lanka will deliberately lose to Pakistan by a big margin.

If Pakistan reach the semi-finals, Sri Lanka will host the semi-finals or perhaps the final. Financially, Lanka need a semi-final or final.

:klopp :kp
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I Still stand on my earlier statment. Lanka will lose 100% by big margin:kp
 
Dr_Bassim said:
Why doesn't Pakistan play better?

Every World Cup they are hoping for rain or miracles.
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Because they are not amongst the best teams.

No one hopes, the situation becomes as such. Pakistan did not cause nz to lose or the match against nz to be rained off.

We know we suck, and we will continue to suck for the next 20 years aswell.

Might aswell enjoy the chances we may have.
 
Very doable especially if SRL bat first and Pak restrict them to smaller total. BD was in similar situation against AFG last time around.
 
Hawkeye said:
LOL you too came across this meme material video?
Being criticized everywhere in Pak web spaces.
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It’s ok yar.
Sometimes we do cringe things. But it’s important to acknowledge the passion behind this and love for the nation. This is what we own proudly.
 
Nope... Pakistan will not reach... I hope they do and win the whole thing LOL.. But reality hits hard here... 200+?? looking like an impossible task and chasing target in under 13 overs??? Ufff
 
Virendar Sehwag speaking during an interview, about Pakistan's chance to qualify for the Semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2026:

“It’s not going to happen. It’s not that easy. Even for Pakistan, it’s not simple. Their prayers worked for England; England won, but now those prayers, the prayers of their people, won’t suddenly start working for Pakistan. They’ve been praying for so long, but it hasn’t worked here. So, I don’t think it’s possible. If Pakistan does reach Semis, it would be great, but looking at the scenario, chasing 160 runs means Sri Lanka have to play very poor cricket—like bowling them out for 90 runs—which isn’t possible.”

“Yes, it could happen if Pakistan somehow scores 160 runs 40 balls earlier, then it becomes possible. But their batting isn’t like that—they don’t have the kind of explosive hitting to chase 160 runs with 40 balls to spare. Forty balls earlier basically means finishing by the 12th or 13th over, maybe stretching it to the 14th over. But scoring 160 in 14 overs? Pakistan can’t do that. So how will they make 160 in 14 overs? It’s too difficult. That’s why I said the prayers of their people were only for England, and those worked.

“Sri Lanka’s World Cup is already over. It doesn’t matter to them. If Sri Lanka bats first, no matter how many runs they make, Pakistan still has to chase 160. So if Pakistan bats first, then it’s even tougher. Because in that case, Pakistan has to score at least 160 and then win by a margin of 60 runs. If they only score 120 or 140, they’d still need to win by 60 runs. After making 140, winning by 60 runs looks very unlikely. That’s why I said it doesn’t seem possible.”
 
This scenario for qualifications rarely work.

I remember India's Super 8's match vs South Africa in 2012 T20 World Cup in Colombo, India had to beat South Africa by 40 odd runs to make semis or chase in 14-15 overs, India opted to bat first made 151 & had to restrict South Africa to 110 to qualify, India ended up winning the match by just 1 run. India won the match, but Pakistan & Australia qualified for the semis.
 
harshjoshi87 said:
This scenario for qualifications rarely work.

I remember India's Super 8's match vs South Africa in 2012 T20 World Cup in Colombo, India had to beat South Africa by 40 odd runs to make semis or chase in 14-15 overs, India opted to bat first made 151 & had to restrict South Africa to 110 to qualify, India ended up winning the match by just 1 run. India won the match, but Pakistan & Australia qualified for the semis.
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Yeah it's not easy

But anything can happen let's see
 
BouncerGuy said:
Virendar Sehwag speaking during an interview, about Pakistan's chance to qualify for the Semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2026:

“Sri Lanka’s World Cup is already over. It doesn’t matter to them. If Sri Lanka bats first, no matter how many runs they make, Pakistan still has to chase 160.”
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I'm no math expert but this doesn't sound right.
 
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