T20 World Cup 2024 has given us some exciting contests up till now. With many big teams like Australia, Pakistan, and New Zealand toppled over by the likes of the USA and Afghanistan, this has to be the most unexpected T20 World Cup for sure. The latest upset was seen in the Australia vs Afghanistan game, where Rashid Khan’s men outclassed the current ODI World Cup Champions. The game’s impact is far-reaching as it opened Group 1 of Super 8, allowing the opportunity for three teams to progress to the Semi-Finals of the T20 World Cup 2024. In this article, we will discuss the current standings of teams in the World Cup points table of Group 1 and upcoming fixtures, and we will also tell you which teams are more likely to progress.
Group 1 of Super 8: Teams Overview
India (MP:2 ; Won; 2 – Points:4)
The Men in Blue have done well so far in the tournament. They have lived up to the hype of being favorites, as they have yet to lose a match. However, on Monday, their mettle will be tested against the old foe, Australia. With the momentum and a strong Net Run Rate they are expected to make it through to the Semi-Final.
Bangladesh (MP:2 ; Won; 0 – Points:0)
It has been another disappointing T20 World Cup for the Bangla Tigers. With youngsters such as Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Towhid Hridoy showing promise, the big guns like Shakib Al Hassan have failed to live up to their potential. They have lost both matches in the Super 8 Stage against India and Australia by worth-mentioning margins. They now face the tedious task of beating Afghanistan to earn a consolation win.
Australia (MP:2 ; Won; 1 – Points:2)
Well, the Kangaroos entered yet another tournament as the favorites. They exactly showed how they handed England an absolute thrashing in the Group Stages of ICC T20 World Cup 2024. However, Afghanistan outclassed them in the Group 1 fixture of Super 8 after their confident win against Bangladesh. They now have to face India and ensure that they win and also hope that Bangladesh does not lose by a Big Margin to qualify for the Semi Final Stage.
Afghanistan (MP:2 ; Won; 1 – Points:2)
With their Spin Maestro and an Opening Partnership for ages, Afghanistan has pulled off one of the greatest upsets in the history of T20 World Cups. First in the group stages of the tournament, they outclassed New Zealand. After that, in the Super 8 stage, thanks to the heroics of Gulbadin Naib, they upset Australia. Still, with a comparatively weak net run rate, they have their work cut out against Bangladesh in what would be the last fixture of Group 1 in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024.
Key Matches to Watch in Group 1
India Vs Australia:
Ind vs Aus has always been an exciting fixture for the cricketing fraternity to witness, especially in the tournaments where the stakes are even higher. With their new batting approach and the unprecedented bowling form of Jasprit Bumrah, India is looking like the better side in the contest. The Kangaroos have to forget and rise above their horror show against Afghanistan. As for the History, India has a slight edge over Australia, with the Men in Blue winning three out of the five outings against them in ICC T20 World Cups. The latest was eight years ago in Mohali when Virat Kohli scored an absolute masterclass of an innings. A rain threat also looms over the game, with forecasts showing chances of the fixture getting impacted by the rain. The match will be played in Saint Lucia, which has relatively friendly batting conditions.
Key Players to Watch:
- Australia: Mitchell Marsh
- India: Hardik Pandya
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh
Afghanistan and Bangladesh, once considered Asia’s minnows, have progressed by leaps and bounds in recent times. They edged past Sri Lanka and Pakistan as the two Asian nations to progress to the Super 8 T20 World Cup 2024 stage. After their tremendous win against Australia, Afghanistan hopes to secure another victory. However, they must win by a healthy margin to progress to the Semi-Final Stage. On the other hand, the Bangla Tigers would be striving to secure a consolation win. They have faced each other only once in the history of the ICC T20 World Cups. It was in 2014, and Bangladesh secured a comfortable victory.
Key Players to Watch:
Afghanistan: Mohammad Nabi
Bangladesh: Tanzim Hasan Sakib
World Cup Points Table Insights of Group 1
With Afghanistan’s win against Australia, three teams from Group 1 of Super 8 can now qualify for the Semi-final. Bangladesh also has a chance to qualify if something extraordinary happens The scenarios are as follows.
For Afghanistan to Qualify
Afghanistan need to win their fixture against Bangladesh and hope for the following:
- Australia Loses
- Australia Win By 1 run and Afghanistan Win By 36 runs
- If Australia win a run-chase off the last ball, Afghanistan will have to win their game in 15.4 overs or sooner (assuming first-innings scores of 160).
For Australia to Qualify
- Win by 41 runs against India, as with this they will surpass the NRR of India
- Avoid all of the above scenarios that give Afghanistan a chance
- If Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 1 run and Australia do not lose by more than 31 runs against India
For India to Qualify
India has the best run rate of all the teams in Group 1 of Super 8 and is on the top of the points table. In the worst case scenario, if they lose they need to ensure
- Not to lose by more than 41 runs against Australia
- If Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by at least 83 runs.they will surpass the NRR of India
Live Score and Updates
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FAQs
Which teams qualify for Super 8 2024?
In the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8s stage, eight teams have already confirmed their places. India, the United States, Australia, England, Afghanistan, the West Indies, South Africa, and Bangladesh are these teams.
What is Super 8 in the T20 World Cup 2024?
Those 20 teams were divided into four groups of five teams each. The top two teams from each group have progressed to the next round, known as the Super 8. These 8 teams are divided into 2 groups of 4 teams each.
How can Afghanistan qualify for semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024?
Afghanistan must win their match against Bangladesh and rely on India defeating Australia in a prior match to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
Can Australia qualify for semis?
A loss to India in the day game in Saint Lucia will significantly hurt their semi final chances. However, the 2021 champions could still advance if Bangladesh defeats Afghanistan in the later Group 1 match on Monday night in Saint Vincent.
