Rain has performed an enormous function in shaping the ICC Champions Trophy Group B semi-final race, and because of this, Australia have certified regardless of taking part in just one full match. In the meantime, Afghanistan’s hopes are all however over, barring a miracle of unimaginable proportions. South Africa, in the meantime, have additionally put one step into the ultimate 4. They’ve a recreation in opposition to out-of-place England on March 1.
Champions Trophy Group B semifinal state of affairs
How can South Africa qualify?
With one semi-final spot nonetheless up for grabs, South Africa are in pole place to safe their place. They solely must keep away from a heavy defeat in opposition to already-eliminated England to hitch Australia within the closing 4. Afghanistan, however, are holding onto a mathematical miracle that’s nearly inconceivable.
- If SA lose by 207+ runs or fail to chase a goal of 300 inside 11.1 overs, they are going to be eradicated, and Afghanistan will qualify.
- Every other loss will see South Africa qualify on NRR.
How can Afghanistan qualify?
Realistically, Afghanistan are virtually out. However mathematically, they nonetheless have one final hope – England should demolish South Africa.
For Afghanistan to tug off the best escape, England must beat SA by 207+ runs (assuming a 300-run first innings complete). If England chase, they have to achieve this inside 11.1 overs to overturn Afghanistan’s unfavourable NRR and ship them to the semis.
How can England qualify?
They can not. England have already been eradicated after two straight losses. Even when they beat South Africa, they’ll solely attain 2 factors—inadequate to make the highest two.
Up to date Group B Factors Desk
| Crew | Mat | Gained | Misplaced | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (Q) | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | +0.475 |
| South Africa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +2.140 |
| Afghanistan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -0.990 |
| England (E) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.305 |
Key:
- (Q) – Certified
- (E) – Eradicated
Potential Semi-Ultimate Matchups
- If South Africa win or keep away from a large loss, they’ll be part of Australia within the semis.
- If Afghanistan miraculously qualify, they’ll be part of Australia within the semis.
- India vs Australia & South Africa vs New Zealand (Possible state of affairs if India beat NZ).
- India vs South Africa & Australia vs New Zealand (If NZ high Group A).
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