Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament. Bangladesh’s win also means that they need only a point against Nepal in their final match to book a place in the Super 8.

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<h2>Bangladesh's win eliminates Sri Lanka</h2>

Having set a target of 160 runs to win for the Netherlands, Bangladesh bowlers came good to help their side win by 25 runs. Sybrand Engelbrecht was the top scorer for the Dutch side with 33 off 22 while Vikramjit Singh (26) and skipper Scott Edwards (25) also got starts before getting out. With no big innings and wickets falling consistently at one end, the match was won by Bangladesh as the Dutch managed only 134/8 in their 20 overs.

Rishad Hossain was the pick of the bowlers for the Netherlands as he ended with figures of 33/3 in four overs while Taskin Ahmed bagged two.

Earlier, Shakib Al Hasan’s 64-run innings laid the platform for the win while getting support from Tanzid Hasan (35). Shakib remained unbeaten while he got support from Mahmudullah (25 off 21) and Jaker Ali (unbeaten 14). This helped Bangladesh reach 159/5 in 20 overs. Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren both ended with two wickets each for the Dutch side.

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<h2>The big picture</h2>

Bangladesh’s win now sees them in pole position to reach the Super 8 as this clash was a virtual playoff. The Netherlands can still reach the Super 8 stage if Nepal upset Bangladesh and the Netherlands beat Sri Lanka by a considerable margin. However, this is unlikely to happen with Bangladesh being the favourites to win against Nepal and therefore favourites to reach the next round.

For Sri Lanka, who were T20 World Cup winners in 2014 it, will be the end of the road as their clash against the Netherlands will be a dead-rubber as they failed to finish in the top two.

Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament.

Sri Lanka have been officially knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024 after Bangladesh beat the Netherlands by 25 runs in St Vincent on Thursday (June 13). The win which saw Bangladesh reach four points in Group D meant that Sri Lanka could no longer finish in the top three, thus being the first high-profile name to face elimination from the tournament. Bangladesh’s win also means that they need only a point against Nepal in their final match to book a place in the Super 8. It's a win for 🇧🇩 in St. Vincent 🙌 Rishad Hossain's match-defining spell of 3/33 guides Bangladesh to a crucial victory against the Netherlands 👏#T20WorldCup | #BANvNED | 📝: https://t.co/ffM1JytbGS pic.twitter.com/lXWJvJEqXj — ICC (@ICC) June 13, 2024 × Bangladesh's win eliminates Sri Lanka Having set a target of 160 runs to win for the Netherlands, Bangladesh bowlers came good to help their side win by 25 runs. Sybrand Engelbrecht was the top scorer for the Dutch side with 33 off 22 while Vikramjit Singh (26) and skipper Scott Edwards (25) also got starts before getting out. With no big innings and wickets falling consistently at one end, the match was won by Bangladesh as the Dutch managed only 134/8 in their 20 overs. Rishad Hossain was the pick of the bowlers for the Netherlands as he ended with figures of 33/3 in four overs while Taskin Ahmed bagged two. Earlier, Shakib Al Hasan’s 64-run innings laid the platform for the win while getting support from Tanzid Hasan (35). Shakib remained unbeaten while he got support from Mahmudullah (25 off 21) and Jaker Ali (unbeaten 14). This helped Bangladesh reach 159/5 in 20 overs. Aryan Dutt and Paul van Meekeren both ended with two wickets each for the Dutch side. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: England, Bangladesh on brink of elimination as Super 8 race gets tight The big picture Bangladesh’s win now sees them in pole position to reach the Super 8 as this clash was a virtual playoff. The Netherlands can still reach the Super 8 stage if Nepal upset Bangladesh and the Netherlands beat Sri Lanka by a considerable margin. However, this is unlikely to happen with Bangladesh being the favourites to win against Nepal and therefore favourites to reach the next round. For Sri Lanka, who were T20 World Cup winners in 2014 it, will be the end of the road as their clash against the Netherlands will be a dead-rubber as they failed to finish in the top two.

T20 World Cup 2024: Bangladesh inch closer to Super 8 with Netherlands win; Sri Lanka officially out

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain. The contest supposed to take place in Florida was called off without a ball being bowled, resulting in points being shared. This leaves Sri Lanka with a hilarious set of equations to qualify for the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with Bangladesh and South Africa now sitting in pole position.

<h2>What is the current scenario?</h2>

After defeats to South Africa and Bangladesh in their opening two matches of the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka needed to win the Tuesday contest against Nepal to keep their fate in their own hands. While the point against Nepal got them off&nbsp;the mark on the standings, it leaves them with a vulnerable set of results to be achieved to reach the Super 8.

Going into their final group game, even a win against the Netherlands on Sunday won’t see them qualify for the Super 8 as they will reach a maximum of three points and need all other teams to stay on three points or lower. The following are the only set of results that could see Sri Lanka finish second.

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	<li>Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, in case one of the two teams win then Sri Lanka are eliminated</li>
	<li>Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which sees the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR)</li>
	<li>Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh</li>
</ul>

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Any other set of results will see Sri Lanka’s elimination from the T20 World Cup.

South Africa on the other side have qualified for the Super 8 as they cannot finish lower than second place, thus ensuring qualification. Apart from South Africa, Australia remain the only other side to ensure Super 8 qualification with the winner of India vs USA also set to join the the teams on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain.

Sri Lanka's hopes of winning their first T20 World Cup in a decade took massive dents on Tuesday (June 11) after their match against Nepal was washed out due to rain. The contest supposed to take place in Florida was called off without a ball being bowled, resulting in points being shared. This leaves Sri Lanka with a hilarious set of equations to qualify for the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage with Bangladesh and South Africa now sitting in pole position. What is the current scenario? After defeats to South Africa and Bangladesh in their opening two matches of the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka needed to win the Tuesday contest against Nepal to keep their fate in their own hands. While the point against Nepal got them off the mark on the standings, it leaves them with a vulnerable set of results to be achieved to reach the Super 8. Going into their final group game, even a win against the Netherlands on Sunday won’t see them qualify for the Super 8 as they will reach a maximum of three points and need all other teams to stay on three points or lower. The following are the only set of results that could see Sri Lanka finish second. Netherlands vs Bangladesh match should get washed out due to rain, in case one of the two teams win then Sri Lanka are eliminated Nepal should beat Bangladesh by a big margin which sees the latter take a hit on Net Run Rate (NRR) Sri Lanka should beat the Netherlands by a big margin, ensuring they end with better NRR than Bangladesh ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Aussies secure Super 8 berth after resting star names vs Namibia; SL on brink of elimination Any other set of results will see Sri Lanka’s elimination from the T20 World Cup. South Africa on the other side have qualified for the Super 8 as they cannot finish lower than second place, thus ensuring qualification. Apart from South Africa, Australia remain the only other side to ensure Super 8 qualification with the winner of India vs USA also set to join the the teams on Wednesday.

Explained: Sri Lanka's hilarious equations to qualify for T20 World Cup Super 8 stage

Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021. <o:p></o:p>

According to a report in ANI, BCCI officials have been in talks with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as well. &nbsp;<o:p></o:p>

"See, there is no denying the fact that BCCI and ECB officials have been having discussions on taking the showpiece event to UAE with an eye on the COVID-19 situation in India. But, what also needs to be kept in mind here is that hosting the IPL would mean quite a few games, not to forget other tournaments or matches that might be held in some of the venues and tired wickets by the time of the World Cup,” a source close to the development told ANI. <o:p></o:p>

"Keeping the playing conditions in mind, there have been some talks with SLC officials and just basic discussions to be honest. Too early to get into the details, but we still have some time before we need to get back to the ICC to inform them on the situation as the BCCI will continue to have the hosting rights even if it is played outside India," the source explained.

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While UAE has just three venues in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka will provide more options when it comes to hosting games. The city of Colombo itself has three stadiums. Notably, SLC had also made its intentions clear for hosting IPL 2021 in the September-October window. <o:p></o:p>

"See, these are tough times and with COVID-19 it is an ever-changing situation. So, don't think the host broadcasters would mind backing BCCI if they look at Sri Lanka as an option to host the showpiece event. Keeping options open is not a bad thing," the source said. <o:p></o:p>

"First and foremost, the BCCI needs to submit the tax exemption guarantee by June 15 and things will start rolling one after the other with the Indian board also needing to inform the ICC by June 28 about the position with regards to hosting the event in the country," the source pointed.

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Earlier, the ICC had confirmed that the BCCI would retain the hosting rights of T20 World Cup even if the tournament is shifted to another country.<o:p></o:p>

"A final decision on the host country will be taken later this month. The Board also confirmed that the BCCI will remain the hosts of the event regardless of where the event is played," the ICC said in an official release. <o:p></o:p>

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Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021.

Sri Lanka has emerged as the dark horse to host the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, which is scheduled to be hosted by India. Given the situation around COVID-19 in India, there have been talks between BCCI and the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) in relation to hosting the T20 World Cup 2021. According to a report in ANI, BCCI officials have been in talks with Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) as well. "See, there is no denying the fact that BCCI and ECB officials have been having discussions on taking the showpiece event to UAE with an eye on the COVID-19 situation in India. But, what also needs to be kept in mind here is that hosting the IPL would mean quite a few games, not to forget other tournaments or matches that might be held in some of the venues and tired wickets by the time of the World Cup,” a source close to the development told ANI. "Keeping the playing conditions in mind, there have been some talks with SLC officials and just basic discussions to be honest. Too early to get into the details, but we still have some time before we need to get back to the ICC to inform them on the situation as the BCCI will continue to have the hosting rights even if it is played outside India," the source explained. ALSO READ: Cricket: India's limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka to start from July 13 - Check full schedule While UAE has just three venues in Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi; Sri Lanka will provide more options when it comes to hosting games. The city of Colombo itself has three stadiums. Notably, SLC had also made its intentions clear for hosting IPL 2021 in the September-October window. "See, these are tough times and with COVID-19 it is an ever-changing situation. So, don't think the host broadcasters would mind backing BCCI if they look at Sri Lanka as an option to host the showpiece event. Keeping options open is not a bad thing," the source said. "First and foremost, the BCCI needs to submit the tax exemption guarantee by June 15 and things will start rolling one after the other with the Indian board also needing to inform the ICC by June 28 about the position with regards to hosting the event in the country," the source pointed. ALSO READ: Cricket: IPL 2021 to resume on September 19 in UAE, final scheduled on October 15 Earlier, the ICC had confirmed that the BCCI would retain the hosting rights of T20 World Cup even if the tournament is shifted to another country. "A final decision on the host country will be taken later this month. The Board also confirmed that the BCCI will remain the hosts of the event regardless of where the event is played," the ICC said in an official release.

Cricket: Sri Lanka emerges as darkhorse to host T20 World Cup - Report