Australia relying on Sri Lanka after sneaking past Afghanistan
Narrow victory means England will qualify for the semi-finals if they win on Saturday
04/11Result
38th Match, Group 1 (N), ICC Men's T20 World Cup at Adelaide, Nov 4 2022
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![Australia]( "Australia")
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![Afghanistan]( "Afghanistan")
164/7 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
04/11Result
38th Match, Group 1 (N), ICC Men's T20 World Cup at Adelaide, Nov 4 2022
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![Australia]( "Australia")
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![Afghanistan]( "Afghanistan")
164/7 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
The baffling breakdown of the Australian T20I team
A lack of ruthlessness - what a thing to say about any Australian side - that might yet do for them at this T20 World Cup
Could Australia's uphill battle against net run rate have been avoided?
Daniel Vettori admits consequences of heavy opening defeat to New Zealand were discussed at length
Why did Australia leave Starc out? 'Tactical decision' says Vettori
"It was thought among the hierarchy that Richardson is exceptional at the death and we'll utilise him there as opposed to Mitch," Australia's assistant coach said
Mohammad Nabi steps down as Afghanistan captain
Cites disappointment at the team's preparation for the World Cup and disagreements with the selectors and management
Should Australia turn to new-ball Starc for Afghanistan match?
Fast bowler has mostly operated in the middle overs but with hosts seeking big win, change could be needed
Finch: If I don't feel comfortable with my hamstring, I won't play
Finch and David will be assessed and won't be rushed ahead of crucial match against Afghanistan
'Themselves to blame' - Ricky Ponting finds no excuse if Australia don't make semi-final
The defending champions are currently on the brink of elimination ahead of their last group match against Afghanistan
Preview
Defending champions Australia need huge win against Afghanistan
The hosts are level on points with New Zealand and England, but way behind on net run rate
Videos
ICC Men's T20 World Cup
| First Round Group A | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team | M | W | L | PT | NRR |
| SL | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.667 |
| NED | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -0.162 |
| NAM | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.73 |
| UAE | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -1.235 |
| First Round Group B | |||||
| Team | M | W | L | PT | NRR |
| ZIM | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.2 |
| IRE | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0.105 |
| SCOT | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0.304 |
| WI | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.563 |
| Group 1 | |||||
| Team | M | W | L | PT | NRR |
| NZ | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2.113 |
| ENG | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0.473 |
| AUS | 5 | 3 | 1 | 7 | -0.173 |
| SL | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -0.422 |
| IRE | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 | -1.615 |
| AFG | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | -0.571 |
| Group 2 | |||||
| Team | M | W | L | PT | NRR |
| IND | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 1.319 |
| PAK | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 1.028 |
| SA | 5 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 0.874 |
| NED | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -0.849 |
| BAN | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -1.176 |
| ZIM | 5 | 1 | 3 | 3 | -1.138 |