New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by 61 runs on Wednesday in the T20 World Cup 2026. This defeat ended Sri Lanka’s journey in the tournament.
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T20 World Cup 2026: 2026 T20 World Cup is being jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. A crucial Group 2 match was played on Wednesday. New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by 61 runs. This defeat ended Sri Lanka’s journey in the tournament. The Kiwis strengthened their hopes of reaching the semi-finals. However, New Zealand’s victory has increased Pakistan’s difficulties.
Second Group in the Super 8
The first match of the Super 8 was played between New Zealand and Pakistan. This match was abandoned due to rain, and both teams were awarded 1 point each. Following this, England defeated Sri Lanka by 51 runs in the second Group 2 match of the Super 8.
On Tuesday, England defeated Pakistan by 2 wickets, making their path to the semi-finals even more difficult. Pakistan’s net run rate is currently -0.461. Now, New Zealand shattered their dream by defeating Sri Lanka. This victory gives New Zealand 3 points and a net run rate of +3.050.
The next match must be won at all costs.
If Pakistan wants to reach the semi-finals, they must defeat Sri Lanka by a large margin in their next match. This will also give Pakistan 3 points. We must also pray that New Zealand loses to England in their next match, with a large margin of defeat.
In this situation, New Zealand and Pakistan will have 3 points each. If Pakistan’s net run rate is better than New Zealand’s, the team will secure a place in the semi-finals. If New Zealand defeats England in the next match, they will have 5 points and the team will directly book a ticket to the semi-finals.
