The ground is now ready to have a high-adrenaline match as Pakistan and India are ready to go against each other on Sunday, February 1. The match has virtually become a virtual knock out fight to a semi-final in the ICC Men U19 World Cup.
Though the fans of cricket are hoping that the two arch-rivals will emerge out of Super Six Group 2, the mathematical aspect shows a very slim chance of both passing through the Super Six Group 2. The future of these teams only to a large extent relies on the outcome of the England vs New Zealand match that will be held on Friday, January 30.
The England vs New Zealand Factor
England is now on the summit of the table with an ideal 3-0-0 record. Their performance is the main barrier of the Asian giants.
In case England Beats New Zealand: England will advance to 8 points, which gives it one of the semi-finals in the U19 World Cup. This leaves one vacancy in the hands of either Pakistan or India.
In case New Zealand Beats England: This would send the group in every direction. When then Pakistan beats India, it would result in a three way tie (England, Pakistan, India) with 6 points each. Net Run Rate (NRR) will be used to determine the two best teams in such a case.
The NRR Equation: What Pakistan Needs to Do
India is currently much ahead with NRR of 3.337 when Pakistan has NRR of 1.484. In the event that England wins their game, then Pakistan will have no choice but to beat India by an enormous margin to jump over India NRR and steal the semi-final position.
The equation to be overtaken by Pakistan on NRR is as below:
Batting First: In case Pakistan scores 300 they should win by 85 runs.
Bowling First: When they are limited to 200 by Pakistan, then they have to pursue the target within about 31.5 overs.
Chasing 251: Pakistan would have to score in 33.2 overs to have the target.
