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T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 2: Semi-Final Qualification Outlook Following WI’s Dominant Victory Over USA
The race to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024 is intensifying, with West Indies now emerging as strong contenders after their dominant victory over USA.
Group 2 of the Super 8 is closely contested, with three teams vying for a semi-final spot. South Africa, having won both their matches, are still not assured of a place in the semis. Meanwhile, England and West Indies are also in contention, thanks to their superior net run rates.
For USA, the journey ends here, as they have lost both of their matches in the Super 8 stage
T20 World Cup Group 2 Semi-Final Qualification Outlook
South Africa
The Proteas remain unbeaten in this T20 World Cup, having won both their Super 8 matches. They are aiming for a semi-final spot with a victory over West Indies. Currently, they have a net run rate of +0.625.
If they win against West Indies, they will directly qualify for the semi-finals. However, if they lose and England win by a large margin against USA, the Proteas will be eliminated from the tournament. In the event of a loss to the West Indies, South Africa will be hoping for an upset by the USA against England.
West Indies
Following their victory over USA, West Indies have significantly boosted their net run rate to +1.814. While they suffered a loss against England in their opening Super 8 match, they made a strong comeback against USA. With their superior net run rate, a win in their next match will be enough for them to secure a spot in the semi-finals without relying on other results. However, if they lose against South Africa, West Indies will need England to either lose against USA or win by a very narrow margin.
England
England began the Super 8 stage with a convincing victory over hosts West Indies but faced a tough challenge against South Africa, leading to a net run rate of +0.412.
Their upcoming match against USA provides an opportunity for England to secure qualification by winning with a significant margin. However, if they only manage a narrow victory, they will need South Africa to defeat West Indies. A loss to USA would almost certainly eliminate England from the tournament. Unlike West Indies, England’s path to the semis relies heavily on their net run rate.
USA
With two defeats in two matches, USA is now out of the semi-final race. Their net run rate stands at -2.908. In their final game, USA will aim to play spoilsport for England.
