Explained! How can Pakistan qualify for T20 World Cup semifinal if Colombo rain washes out play vs New Zealand

Rain threat looms large on the Pakistan Vs New Zealand match at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The weather is gloomy, and there are high chance that the game could be washed out due to rain. The weather forecast predicts over 50 percent chance of rain during the game. Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat, but the heavens opened up, and the umpires had to call for covers. The entire ground is now under the covers, and the players are keenly waiting for the weather to clear up.

This is a very important game for both teams, as an early win will significantly boost the chances of semifinal qualification

How Can Pakistan Qualify For T20 World Cup Semifinal If Rain Washes Out Play?

If the PAK vs NZ game is washed out, the teams will share points. Pakistan will get one point, with two games to go against England and Sri Lanka. If they win both, they'll reach five points, and that should be enough for them to qualify for the semifinal. However, there are no easy games, and if Pakistan loses to England or Sri Lanka, things will get tougher as they can only reach a maximum of three points. They'll most likely have to depend on other results to qualify. If they lose both games, then they will be knocked out. The same equation will stand true for New Zealand as well. Since this is the first game of the Super 8s, a clear picture will only be out when all four teams of the group have at least played a match in the Super 8s.

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Pakistan and New Zealand are favourites to qualify from the group, but if this match is washed out, it will significantly dent their chances of reaching the top four of T20 World Cup 2026.

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