Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have emerged as frontrunners in the race to qualify for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Netherlands, Scotland, West Indies, and Oman are currently contending for the top two positions in the Super Six stage.
With the conclusion of the group stage, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe have emerged as the frontrunners as the Super Six stage commences. The six teams advancing from Groups A and B were already determined prior to the final round of matches.
The Super Six stage features the top three teams from each group, and their results against fellow top-three finishers are carried forward. Currently, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka hold a strong position, both with four points. Netherlands and Scotland follow closely with two points each, while West Indies and Oman are yet to secure any points.
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Each team will have three more matches, facing the three qualifying teams from the opposite group. The top two teams at the conclusion of the group stage will progress to the final, securing qualification for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India.
Sri Lanka, the highest-ranked team in the tournament, has been showcasing impressive form, with Wanindu Hasaranga’s outstanding performance, claiming 18 wickets in four matches.
Zimbabwe, enjoying the advantage of being the host nation, has displayed excellent cricket skills throughout the tournament.
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However, the West Indies face a perilous situation in their quest for qualification after a defeat in a Super Over against the Netherlands. To have a chance at qualifying, they must win all three remaining matches, including one with a significant margin to boost their net run rate, and hope for favorable outcomes from other matches.
Oman, despite a strong start to the tournament, faces a daunting task as they need to win all their matches against Zimbabwe, Netherlands, and West Indies to secure qualification from their current position.
Despite being ranked low, the Netherlands has demonstrated potential with a Super Over victory against the West Indies. With two points and three games left to play, their batting lineup shows promise.
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Scotland is currently in good form and possesses capable spin options, which could prove advantageous as the pitches start favoring spin in the latter stages of the tournament.
