The match kicks off at 7pm local time (13:30 GMT) and will be streamed by Al Jazeera Sport from 10:30 GMT. New Zealand and Pakistan, both outside the top‑favourite list, are poised to challenge the tournament’s leading sides in the high‑pressure Super Eights stage.
Pakistan earned a dramatic Super Eights berth by bowling Namibia out for 97, winning by 102 runs. Captain Shadab Khan praised the team’s form and said they are on track to win the World Cup, warning that the next round will feature England and Sri Lanka. New Zealand also qualified for the Super Eights, setting the stage for a compelling showdown.