England became the first team to qualify for the semi-final after defeating West Indies by 38 runs @L0$ in the 22nd match of the ongoing Women's @L1$. From group B, Ireland and Scotland have been eliminated. Here's a look at the current standings and the semi-final qualification scenarios for other teams in group B.
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If West Indies lose, they can still make it without depending on NRR if the following results go their way:
Assuming Sri Lanka beat Scotland by 50 runs, then in the case of a 6-point tie, West Indies will have to ensure that, in the case of a defeat against Ireland, the margin stays:
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The defending champions, New Zealand, will be knocked out if West Indies beat Ireland in Match 27, before they take on hosts England in their last Group game later.
New Zealand can make it if:
Assuming the West Indies lose by just 1 run against Ireland, then New Zealand have to beat England by any margin to qualify for the semi-final alongside their opponent. Currently, they have a positive NRR of (0.122).
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Sri Lanka will be confirmed a semi-final berth only if:
Currently, Sri Lanka have the worst NRR (-0.973) among the three contenders.
Suppose Sri Lanka beat Scotland by 50 runs. For them to stay ahead of the West Indies, they will need
If the West Indies win their fixture against Ireland, New Zealand and Sri Lanka both will be eliminated, irrespective of their results.
