The battle for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 semifinals intensifies. The spotlight is on Group 2, with West Indies, South Africa, England, and the United States (USA) locked in a tight race. With two matches remaining, all four teams are still in contention. Despite the USA's underdog status, the other three teams hold a favorable position.
West Indies previously conquered the USA in the Super-8, recovering from their initial defeat by England. Conversely, the USA has lost both its Super-8 matches. West Indies faces a decisive last match against South Africa on June 24, while the USA challenges defending champion England on June 23. South Africa leads the group with two wins, while England and West Indies have secured one victory each, placing England second due to a superior net run rate.
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South Africa:
The equation for South Africa to reach the semifinals is straightforward – a win against the West Indies guarantees their spot. However, a loss could see them ousted based on net run rate; their current rate is +0.625, slightly ahead of England's +0.412 but lagging behind West Indies' +1.814.
West Indies:
West Indies must vanquish South Africa to secure a semifinal berth. A victory sets them on par with South Africa's four points, but their remarkable recovery to a net run rate of +1.814 gives them an edge.
England:
England's path to the semifinals is complex. They need a significant victory over the USA to forge ahead. An English win coupled with a South African defeat would pave their way to the semis. If South Africa succumbs to England, net run rate will be the tiebreaker among three teams standing at four points each.
USA:
The American team requires a miracle to enter the semifinals, including a substantial triumph over England in their last Super-8 match, and hopeful that South Africa delivers a resounding victory over the West Indies. The USA's net run rate currently stands at -2.471.
The T20 World Cup 2022 Super-8 features two intense groups with four teams each. From these groups, the top two teams will advance to the semifinals. Group 1 includes cricket giants India along with Bangladesh, Australia, and Afghanistan, while Group 2 features West Indies, USA, South Africa, and the reigning champions, England.
