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T20 World Cup: England became the first team to seal their semi-final spot at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after beating Pakistan, whose chances for semi-final qualification have taken a hit.

A defeat to England after a washout against New Zealand means Pakistan's fate is not entirely in their hands. With England already through, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and New Zealand will battle for the only remaining semi-final spot.

England opened their Super 8 campaign with a 51-run win over Sri Lanka in Kandy on Sunday, before victory over Pakistan at the same venue on Tuesday. It was captain Harry Brook who rose to the occasion, hoisting his first T20I hundred to guide his team to victory. He also became the first captain to score a hundred in T20 World Cup history.