The West Indies had to face defeat against Sri Lanka in the T-20 World cup, in the next match if West Indies could beat Australia so their hopes for entering semi finale could be there. On the other hand, England's place in the semi-final is not secure yet even after getting 8 points they are still not qualified for the semi-finals. Let's find out how the final stage battle in Group 1 is going to be.

What happened in the Sri Lanka-West Indies match?

In the last match, Sri Lanka dashed the chances of the West Indies in the semi-finals, let's find out exactly what happened in the match, Sri Lanka did the bating first they set the target of 189/3. Charith Asalanka smashed 68 off 41 balls, Asalanka and opener Pathum Nissanka (51 off 41 balls) added 91 runs in 10.1 overs. Asalanka hit eight fours and a six in his innings.

In reply, Chris Gayle (1) and Evin Lewis (8) failed again. Roston Chase also returned for 9 runs. Nicholas Pooran and Shimron Heitmeyer fought hard, but could not win. Puran returned for 46 off 34 balls with 6 fours and 1 six.

Hetmyer was not supported by other batsmen. Andre Russell (2), Kieron Pollard (0), Jason Holder (8), and Dwayne Bravo (2) ate at the crucial moment. Hetmyer remained unbeaten on 81 off 54 balls with eight fours and four sixes. But, he scored 169 for 8 against the West Indies.

Group 1 multiplier!

England is top with four points in a row with 8 points and a net run rate of 3.183. Australia beat Bangladesh by 6.2 overs to improve their net run rate. He has moved up to the second position with 6 points and a 1.031 net run rate. South Africa with 6 points and 0.742 points.

The final match of the group will be played between England-South Africa and Australia-West Indies on November 6. Australia's match is in the afternoon and so the second team in the semi-finals will be decided after the evening match.

If Australia loses to the West Indies, South Africa can advance to the semi-finals with a win over England. But, if Australia wins, it will be clear after the afternoon match exactly how many runs or overs Africa if wants to win.

England could also be knocked out if Australia and South Africa play a miraculous game and win their respective matches by a big margin.

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