Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed and Pakistan’s hope came to an end when England beat New Zealand to make it to the semi-finals. With a game to go against Bangladesh, Pakistan’s chances of qualifying are next to nil. Sarfaraz as a captain has faced a lot of criticism for the performance of Pakistan. Especially, Sarfaraz faced a lot of flak after their loss to India.Also Read - Imam-ul-Haq in 12-Member Pakistan Squad For First Test vs Bangladesh
So this is what Pakistan needs to do to qualify for the semi-finals: Also Read - Shaheen Shah Afridi Apologises to Afif Hussain For Directing Throw at Him
If Pakistan make 350, they need to bowl Bangladesh out for 38 Also Read - PAK vs BAN 2nd T20I: Pakistan Thrash Bangladesh by 8 Wickets, Take 2-0 Unassailable Lead
If Pakistan score 400, they need to bowl Bangladesh out for 84
If Bangladesh bat first, there is no chance of Pakistan qualifying
Here is how Sarfaraz became a favourite meme:
Earlier, England entered the World Cup semifinals for the first time since the 1992 edition, beating an erring New Zealand by 119 runs to fuel their “dream” of winning a maiden title. Jonny Bairstow, who smashed 106 off 99 balls to become the first Englishman to score back-to-back hundreds in a World Cup, was mainly responsible for taking the hosts to 305 for eight on a pitch that got slower as the game progressed. (SCORECARD)