Explained! What Will Happen If Rain Washes Out Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup Match

Explained! What Will Happen If Rain Washes Out Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup Match (AP)

Pakistan will take on Sri Lanka in a crucial game of the T20 World Cup on Saturday, February 28. England defeated New Zealand on Friday, and it opened up the group again and revived Pakistan's chances of making the semifinal. England have already qualified for the semifinals, and Pakistan and New Zealand are fighting for the second spot. New Zealand have three points after a win over Sri Lanka, and if Pakistan defeat Sri Lanka; they'll also reach three points and the team with a better run rate will go through. New Zealand have a run rate of +1.390, and Pakistan's run rate is -0.461. Pakistan can only progress to the semifinal if they register a big win over Sri Lanka and leapfrog them if the net run rate.

Many also wonder what will happen if there is rain during the Pak vs SL match. The weather in Sri Lanka is unpredictable, and rain is always a threat in this part of the world. If the match is washed out, unfortunately for Pakistan fans, New Zealand will qualify with three points. The points will be shared, and Pakistan will only get a point and that will take their tally to only two, allowing New Zealand to progress. The good news, however, for the fans is that the weather seems to be clear in Pallekele today. The forecast predicts a clear weather with no threat of rain.

How Many Runs Pakistan Need To Beat Sri Lanka?

Pakistan's equation for the semifinal is tough but straightforward. If they can beat Sri Lanka by around 65 runs or chase the target in 13 overs, they'll probably surpass New Zealand in terms of net run rate and qualify for the semifinal. Their best chance would be to chase and go after the target because defending and bowling out opposition under a certain score is always tough unless they set up a very big score on the board.

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