proportions against Bangladesh in their final group match at Lord's on Friday, with
Net Run Rate to then separate the sides.
Pakistan batted first, setting Bangladesh a target of 316. To then book a place in the semi-finals, Pakistan had to bowl Bangladesh out for seven or less to have their Net Run Rate climb over New Zealand's. Bangladesh passed seven from the 11th ball of their innings, a single from Tamim Iqbal off Mohammad Amir confirming a fourth consecutive semi-final for New Zealand at the Men's Cricket World Cup.
With their position in the standings fixed at fourth, New Zealand will play in the first semi-final, at Old Trafford on July 9. They will face either one of Australia or India, with the fixture to be confirmed at the conclusion of the group stage on Saturday. (UNI)
