In a critical turn of events for the T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan's semi-final hopes have further diminished following New Zealand's impending match against England, which could eliminate Pakistan before their final game against Sri Lanka. New Zealand, currently with two points, can secure four points with a win over England, thereby knocking Pakistan out of contention even if they win their match on February 28. This scenario adds to the pressure on Pakistan, who must not only win against Sri Lanka but also rely on New Zealand to lose their remaining matches to keep their hopes alive (The Hindu, February 26, 2026).
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Pakistan'S T20 World Cup 2026 Hopes Dwindle After New Zealand Match
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Pakistan's T20 World Cup 2026 hopes are fading as they rely on New Zealand's loss to stay in contention, needing a win against Sri Lanka to keep their semi-final dreams alive amid tough competition.
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