Pakistan prepares for key Super Eight match against Sri Lanka
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- •Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in a last-ball finish in their Super Eight match at the T20 World Cup.
- •Sri Lanka limited the margin of defeat enough to protect their net run rate against Pakistan.
- •New Zealand qualified for the T20 World Cup semi-finals from the same Super Eight group.
- •Pakistan’s elimination was confirmed on 28 February 2026 after the Sri Lanka match.
- •New Zealand’s semi-final place was secured without needing a large swing in net run rate in Pakistan’s favour.
- •Pakistan batter Salman Agha publicly said the team had underperformed at the T20 World Cup.
- •Regional and international coverage described Sri Lanka as having helped New Zealand progress by avoiding a big loss to Pakistan.
- •Pakistan’s win over Sri Lanka came after earlier group and Super Eight results had already left them needing a large victory margin.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Pakistan’s cricket board launches a formal review of the T20 World Cup campaign Senior players or coaching staff could be replaced before the next ICC event.
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