To qualify for the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup, Pakistan faces a challenging equation due to their net run rate (NRR) and points standing. As of now, Pakistan has eight points from eight matches with an NRR of +0.036, while New Zealand has 10 points with an NRR of +0.743. In order to qualify for the semi-finals, Pakistan needs to beat England and achieve an NRR of +0.744 or better with 10 points. However, this task is practically impossible to achieve as it would require Pakistan to win by mammoth margins. The specific winning margin needed against England varies based on different scenarios, but it ranges from winning by at least 287 runs to chasing the target in 3.4 overs, which are nearly impossible equations. Additionally, Pakistans qualification also depends on the outcomes of other matches, such as Sri Lanka beating New Zealand and Australia or South Africa defeating Afghanistan to prevent them from reaching 10 points.
In summary, for Pakistan to qualify for the semi-finals, they would need to achieve an extraordinary victory against England and rely on other match results to go their way. However, the current situation presents a highly challenging scenario for Pakistan to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 World Cup.
