Bangladesh - Chase the target in 12.1 overs

To secure a spot in the semi-finals, Bangladesh needs to chase down the target within 12.1 overs. However, on the challenging pitch of St. Vincent, the Tigers' batters will face a tough test against Afghanistan's formidable bowling lineup.

Bangladesh bowlers kept Afghanistan under pressure throughout the innings. The Afghan opening partnership was broken at 59 runs, and eventually, Afghanistan managed to post a total of 115 runs for 5 wickets in their 20 overs. Chasing this target within 12.1 overs will be challenging for Bangladesh. To advance to the semi-finals, Bangladesh needs to beat Afghanistan, earn 2 points, and surpass Australia's net run rate (-0.331).

Bangladesh needs to chase the target in 12.1 overs. However, if they manage to level the score and hit a six to win in 12.5 overs, they will need to score a total of 121. Alternatively, if they level the score and hit a four to win on the next ball in 12.3 overs, the required total will be 119.

In case rain reduces the innings to 15 overs, Bangladesh will need to score 94 runs in 7.2 overs to qualify for the semi-finals.

Australia is hoping for a Bangladesh victory and will be watching the match with great interest. An Afghan win would eliminate Australia from the World Cup. On paper, Bangladesh is still in contention in the T20 World Cup, and now they need to win against Afghanistan by meeting the required equation.