England’s T20 World Cup Super 8 Qualification Scenario Explained

Defending champs England have not earned a win at the T20 World Cup 2024.

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Their chances of qualifying for the Super 8 now hang by a thread.

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England are in a precarious position following Scotland’s big win against Oman.

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England’s solitary point came during a washout against Scotland in their tournament opener.

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With 2 group matches left, England can obtain a maximum of 5 points.

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England will need big wins in their last two group games to surpass Scotland’s run rate.

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Even after winning the 2 matches, England would need Australia to beat Scotland.

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Group B toppers Scotland’s NRR is 2.16 while England have a negative NRR of 1.8.

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Second-placed Australia posses a positive NRR of 1.875.

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England will next face Oman on June 14 and Namibia a day later.

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