
And despite racking up four defeats, Pakistan are still in the mix, but relying on results elsewhere to go their way.īut it's advantage South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, each of whom have their own fate in their hands – for the timebeing at least. Play gets underway at 8.30am GMT.ĭespite having a fraction of the resources of their competition, Afghanistan are right on the cusp, courtesy of a pair of inspiring, life-affirming victories over England and Pakistan, and look a damn sight more attractive than several of the super-heavyweights.

India are officially in the knockouts, Bangladesh are eliminated and three teams are effectively waiting for the hammer to fall, which leaves us with a five-way scrap for the three remaining tickets to the semis.Ħth-placed Afghanistan will be right in the mix if they get the better of the 8th-placed Netherlands at BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow today, as a win would put them level on points with 3rd-placed Australia. Watch FREE: Hotstar app (IND) | PTV Sports (PAK) | 9Now (AUS) Cricket World Cup 2023 dates: Thursday, Oct 5 - Sunday, Nov 19
