Today, the teams of India and Australia will face each other in the 51st match of T20 World Cup 2024. This will be the last match of both the teams in Super-8. If the Australian team has to play the semi-finals then it is necessary to win today’s match.
According to media reports, there is a possibility of rain in this match. If it rains, it could be a big blow to the Australian team.
How Can Australia Reach the Semi-Finals?
Australia Wins by 50 Runs: If Australia defeats India by 50 runs, they will automatically qualify for the semi-finals.
if India Wins: Should India win, they will top the group with 6 points and advance to the semi-finals. Australia, left with only 2 points, will have to hope for a favorable outcome in the match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan. Specifically, they would need Bangladesh to beat Afghanistan, while also ensuring that Australia’s net run rate remains higher than that of Afghanistan.
Impact of Rain
After the cancellation of the match between India and Australia, both the teams will get 1 point each. If Afghanistan wins its last match against Bangladesh, then the team will make it to the semi-finals.
Scenario if Australia Wins
Both India and Australia will get four points each.
the focus of the semi-finals will be on Bangladesh and Afghanistan match. If Bangladesh wins the match then India and Australia will directly reach the semi-finals.
India’s Potential Exit from the Semi-Finals
The Indian team could be knocked out of the semi-final race only if they lose to Australia by a margin exceeding 41 runs. Additionally, for India to be eliminated, Afghanistan would need to defeat Bangladesh by a margin of 83 runs or more. This combination of results would see Afghanistan and Australia advance at India’s expense.
In summary, Australia’s path to the semi-finals is straightforward with a win against India by a significant margin. However, rain could complicate their chances, making them dependent on other match outcomes. For India, a win or even a rain-affected draw would suffice to secure their semi-final spot, leaving Australia and Afghanistan battling for the remaining slot based on subsequent results and net run rates.
T20 World Cup 2024: Group B Semi-Finalists Decided
In the T20 World Cup 2024, Group B has already finalized its semi-finalists. England secured their spot earlier by defeating the USA. The second team from this group was determined today after a crucial match between South Africa and the West Indies. South Africa emerged victorious by 3 wickets, thereby clinching their place in the semi-finals. With this win, South Africa leads Group B with 6 points, while England follows in second place with 4 points.
As the tournament progresses, the top team from Group A will face England in the semi-finals. This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter as the teams vie for a place in the final.
