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News India Live, Digital Desk: Pakistan’s fate now completely at the exciting turn of T20 World Cup 2026 New Zealand vs England It depends on the result of the match to be held between. England have already reached the semi-finals, and there is a tough fight between Pakistan and New Zealand for the second place from Group 2.
After suffering defeat against England, Pakistan (NRR -0.461) now has only one match left. Their biggest challenge is that New Zealand’s net run rate (+3.050) is much better, due to which the road has become very difficult for Pakistan.
1. Current position of Group 2 (Points Table)
| Team | match | score | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Situation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England (Q) | 2 | 4 | +2.050 | qualify |
| New Zealand | 2 | 3 | +3.050 | in the race |
| Pakistan | 2 | 1 | -0.461 | in the race (difficult) |
| Sri Lanka (E) | 2 | 0 | -1.820 | Outside |
2. Why is New Zealand’s defeat important today (27 February)?
If New Zealand wins: If New Zealand beats England today, their 5 points Will happen. In this situation, Pakistan’s journey will end today itself, because Pakistan will win its last match and win the maximum. 3 points Can only reach.
If New Zealand loses: If England beats New Zealand, the Kiwis will be stuck on 3 points. This will remain an opportunity for Pakistan.
3. Mathematics of Pakistan’s ‘Net Run Rate’
New Zealand’s defeat alone is not enough, Pakistan has to face defeat in its last match (28 February vs Sri Lanka) huge win Will need:
Target: Pakistan to Sri Lanka at least 70 runs (or with about 6-7 overs remaining).
England’s role: If England beats New Zealand by a big margin (say 20-30 runs) today, the required margin of victory for Pakistan against Sri Lanka will be less (around 50 runs).
4. Rain became the villain
If today’s match (NZ vs ENG) gets washed out due to rain:
Both the teams will get 1-1 point.
New Zealand’s 4 digit and he will directly reach the semi-finals. Pakistan will be out of the tournament without playing.
