What if IND vs ZIM match abandons due to rain? ICC T20 world cup
Can India, South Africa, Pakistan, and Bangladesh can all assure their position for the semi-finals?
The Indian cricket Team took a big leap forward in the semifinal qualification race from the Group 2 of the T20 world cup 2022 as they defeated Bangladesh. But a
With their victory over Bangladesh, the Indian cricket team made significant progress in the Group 2 T20 World Cup 2022 semi-finals qualification battle. Pakistan, Bangladesh, and South Africa are still in the running, but a place in the knockout rounds isn’t quite certain. The Proteas’ defeat over Pakistan has significantly opened up the possibility of semi-finals qualification. India will be guaranteed a position on the group winner’s team if they defeat Zimbabwe in their final Super 12 game.
However, if the match blows out?
This year’s T20 World Cup has been plagued by rain. Which has washed out numerous games. Although the rain curse hasn’t been as lethal in Group 2. It caused some significant matches to be abandoned there. Creating a chaotic situation from the perspective of semi-finals qualification.
India’s position on table: IND vs ZIM
India now holds the top spot with 6 points, followed by South Africa (5 points) and Pakistan (4 points), who are in second and third place, respectively. Both sides will receive a point in India vs. Zimbabwe even if a 5 over side match is not played. India’s final score would then be 7.
In this case, India would reach the semifinals. But will not be in consideration as the group champion in advance. In this scenario, South Africa would have the chance to top the group. If they defeat Netherlands thanks to a higher Net Run Rate.
Additionally, only if South Africa loses against the Netherlands. Can the winner of the match between Pakistan and Bangladesh advance to the semifinals. Both the teams will face elimination from the competition. If the Proteas won since South Africa and India would each have 7 points.
What will happen if rain forces the MCG match INDIA VS ZIMBABWE to be called off?
Melbourne has experienced the most rain out of all the T20 World Cup locations. The matches of England, Australia. Afghanistan and Ireland were both cancelled last week at the MCG.
Both India and Zimbabwe will receive one point each if there is another downpour at the MCG on Sunday. A single point would bring India’s overall score to 7 points. Putting the Men in Blue in a secure position to qualify.
If they defeat underdogs Netherlands, second-placed South Africa will be able to earn a maximum of 7 points. However, if they win when they play each other on the same day. Pakistan, who is now in third place, and Bangladesh. Who is currently in fourth place, can only earn six points. India will still rank higher than them in the top two. Advancing to the T20 World Cup semifinals as a result.
