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England Eyes Semis as Pakistan Clash Looms
24 Feb
Summary
- England faces Pakistan in their second Super 8s match.
- England won their first Super 8s match by 51 runs.
- Pakistan's first Super 8s match was abandoned due to rain.
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is heating up as Pakistan faces England in a crucial Super 8s encounter. This match is particularly significant as both teams were finalists in the 2022 edition.
England enters the contest with confidence, having secured a commanding 51-run victory against Sri Lanka in their recent Super 8s fixture. This performance places them in a strong position to potentially advance to the semifinals.
In contrast, Pakistan's campaign in the Super 8s stage has been hampered by adverse weather. Their scheduled match against New Zealand on Saturday, February 21, was unfortunately washed out due to persistent rain, impacting their momentum.
The match is scheduled to be held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. A victory for England today would officially confirm their progression to the semifinal stage of the tournament.
