As the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 progresses many cricket fans are wondering if New Zealand has been knocked out of the tournament. The Kiwis came in with expectations. Faced a tough start, in the group stage causing doubts about their advancement to the next phase.
New Zealand’s journey began with a defeat against Afghanistan putting them on the foot early and sparking concerns among supporters and analysts. This loss exposed vulnerabilities in both their batting and bowling prompting the team to reflect on their performance moving
In games against Papua New Guinea and Uganda New Zealand aimed to bounce and stay in contention for further stages of the tournament. Securing victories in these matches was vital for their chances of progressing to the Super 8 round. The Kiwis did not have to win. Also, enhance their net run rate to strengthen their position in the group rankings.
The outcomes of these matches would determine New Zealand’s destiny in the T20 World Cup. Key players, like Kane Williamson, Trent Boult and others needed to rise to the occasion demonstrating their expertise and talent on this platform.
Discussions, off the field revolved around New Zealand game plans, strengths and areas for improvement. The coaching team and selectors had to make choices regarding team selection and match strategies to increase their chances of success.
As the group stage approached its conclusion, New Zealand’s future in the tournament was uncertain. It relied on both their match outcomes and those of teams in their group. Fans went through a range of emotions as they followed the teams’ journey in the competition.
Have they been knocked out of the tournament after losing to West Indies?
While there is still a possibility for New Zealand it will require favorable results. With West Indies securing their spot New Zealand’s qualification hopes depend on Afghanistan’s performance.
Afghanistan, currently leading with two wins and an impressive net run rate of 5.225 must lose to both PNG and West Indies in their upcoming matches. On the other hand, New Zealand must secure victories against Uganda and PNG in their remaining games.
For instance, if Afghanistan loses by a total of 120 runs, in their two matches New Zealand would need to win by a total of 187 runs (assuming batting scores of 160).
If Afghanistan wins against PNG or if the game gets rained out New Zealand will be knocked out of the competition.
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