Why tomorrow’s Pakistan vs Australia is crucial to India

Bangladesh, which has lost three matches, has been eliminated.

Pakistan has lost both the matches it played — against India and New Zealand. However, it has a net run rate (+0.254) superior to India (-0.546), which has won two of its three matches.

Australia has defeated Bangladesh and lost to group leaders New Zealand.

If Australia beats Pakistan on Friday, then it will be a virtual quarterfinal match between India and Australia.

If Pakistan beats Australia, then it will be a cracker of a contest between India and Australia where the net run-rate will become a crucial factor.