How Can India Still Qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup Semi Final? Here's the Fresh Scenario

Team India suffered a heartbreaking defeat against Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup 2024. It was a high-stacked match-up where both teams vied for the semi-final spot. Batting first Australia posted 151/8 in 20 overs. India in reply had a brisk start and were alive until the final over. However, as pressure mounted, nerves got the better of the team and eventually, they lost the game by 9 runs at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, on Sunday. The captain of the Indian team, Harmanpreet Kaur, who amassed a well-made 54, was left stranded at the non-striker's end for the most part in the final over.Australia overcome a Harmanpreet Kaur special to book a semi-final spot in the Women's #T20WorldCup 2024 👌#WhateverItTakes | #INDvAUS 📝: https://t.co/AsbERD5ng6 pic.twitter.com/kjVgHdp9ge— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) October 13, 2024 Also Read | Taylor Sets Criteria for AUS Opener Amid Green's Uncertainty For BGTCan India Women's Team Still Qualify for the Semi Final of the Women's T20 World Cup ?Upon winning the encounter Australia Women progressed to the semi-final of the tournament. As for India, the door to the next round has obscured, but it hasn't closed. There is still a chance for India to qualify for the semi-final of the Women's T20 World Cup . India's group encounters have exhausted but courtesy of wins over Pakistan and Sri Lanka, they are still placed second on the Group A table. Thus, they are in the zone to qualify, but only just.The onus is on third-placed New Zealand to finish the job. Should they beat Pakistan in their remaining league match, then they will seamlessly storm into the semi-final. Howbeit, in case Pakistan carve out a victory over the Kiwis then Team India will once again come into the picture. Thus, India's hopes will lie with Pakistan now.Since India have a superior Net Run Rate compared to New Zealand, just Pakistan 's victory will be enough to push India to the next stage. Hence, all eyes would be on tomorrow's Pakistan W vs New Zealand W match in the Women's T20 World Cup match. The game will begin at 7:30 PM IST and will be held at the Dubai International Stadium.

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How Can India Still Qualify for the Women's T20 World Cup Semi Final? Here's the Fresh Scenario

After losing the match against Australia, Team India's chances to qualify for the semi final have taken a jolt. So, is there still a chance? Let's find out.

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