India’s hopes of advancing in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 were dashed after New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 54 runs in Dubai. This result eliminated both India and Pakistan from the tournament, securing New Zealand’s spot in the semifinals alongside Australia Ā¹ Ā².
The match between Pakistan and New Zealand was a must-win for both teams, with Pakistan needing to chase down 111 runs in 10.4 overs to surpass New Zealand and India in the Group A standings Ā³. However, Pakistan’s batting lineup faltered, and they were bowled out for just 56 runs in 11.4 overs Ā¹ Ā².
New Zealand’s spinners, Eden Carson and Amelia Kerr, played a crucial role in restricting Pakistan’s run chase, picking up two and three wickets, respectively Ā². Pakistan’s captain, Fatima Sana, top-scored with 21 runs, but it wasn’t enough to save her team Ā².
The loss means India, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, and Pakistan will head home, while New Zealand will face off against either England, West Indies, or South Africa in the semifinals on Friday, October 18, in Sharjah Ā².