Australia has already confirmed the Super Eight by winning three matches in the World Cup group stage. You have won against England, Namibia and Oman with power and explained why they are one of the contenders for this year’s T20 World Cup. However, Auji pacer Josh Hazlewood raised questions about the format of the World Cup.
Ajid’s run rate is +3.580 after winning against Namibia. However, Ajid’s run rate will not be useful in the Super Eight match. The Super Eight group will consist of two teams from each group. Four of these eight teams will be divided into two groups. This year’s format is very different from previous years. In the previous tournament, 12 teams were divided into two groups and the top two teams from each group played in the semi-finals.
Hazlewood’s question is mainly run-rate. The group stage run rate difference will not come in handy in the next round. He said, ‘Yes, it is somewhat surprising. The runrate here will be of no use to you in the next round. This is my first time playing. That seems to be the way the tournament is structured. A little different than other times.’
Noting that playing well in the group stage also has no meaning, Hazelwood said, ‘Even if you are unbeaten in the group stage and have a good run rate, it will not help you in the Super Eight. It’s a bit exceptional but maybe that’s the way it’s done.’
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