Afghanistan vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024: How can teams knock Australia out of semi-final race
Despite reaching the final match of the group stage, it is not yet known who will qualify alongside India to play in semi-final.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024 clash is a virtual knockout not only for both the teams but also for Australia. As we get closer to the semi-finals of T20 World Cup 2024, the tournament is getting interesting. Despite reaching the final match of the group stage, it is not yet known who will qualify alongside India to play the semi-final against South Africa.
Afghanistan posted a total of 115/5 against Bangladesh in their T20 World Cup 2024 Super Eight match. To qualify for the semi-finals and eliminate Australia, Afghanistan needs to win or hope for a washout. Bangladesh will advance if they are able to chase down the target within 12.1 overs. Alternatively, they can qualify by leveling the scores in 12.5 overs and then hitting a six to win.
Australia are equal with Afghanistan as both teams have two points each. They are only separated by Net Run Rate. Australia sit in the second spot with an NRR of -0.331 while Afghanistan are breathing down their necks in the third spot with an NRR of -0.650.