ICC ODI World Cup 2023: Tracking Team Positions on the Points Table after AFG vs. AUS Match

The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 has a few matches left in the group stage. New Zealand, Pakistan & Afghanistan are fighting for the semifinal spot. All of them have the same points and one match left to be played. Today we’re going to analyze the latest standings after the AFG vs. AUS match.

As the tournament has progressed, the points table has seen its fair share of twists and turns, reflecting the teams’ performances and their journey so far. After the AFG vs. AUS match, let’s take a closer look at where each team stands.

India Unbeaten & No. 1

Points Table

Team India has been a force to be reckoned with in this World Cup. With eight matches played, they have emerged victorious in all of them, amassing a whopping 16 points. Their net run rate of 2.456 demonstrates their exceptional form and consistency. As the only undefeated team, India is undoubtedly the team to beat in this tournament.

South Africa and Australia

Both South Africa and Australia have put up commendable performances, winning six of their eight matches. With 12 points each, they hold the second and third positions on the points table. Australia’s net run rate of 0.861 gives them a slight edge over South Africa, who have a net run rate of 1.376. The race for the semi-finals between these two teams is heating up.

New Zealand, Pakistan, and Afghanistan

New Zealand, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have won four of their eight matches, putting them in the middle of the points table with 8 points each. New Zealand’s net run rate of 0.398 gives them a slight advantage over Pakistan (0.036) and Afghanistan (-0.338). The competition is fierce among these teams as they strive to secure a semi-final spot.

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the Netherlands

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the Netherlands find themselves in a challenging position with only 4 points each. These teams have struggled to find consistent form throughout the tournament. Their negative net run rates further underline their difficulties. While Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have net run rates of -1.142 and -1.160, respectively, the Netherlands is at the bottom of the table with a net run rate of -1.398.

England

England has had a disappointing World Cup campaign, winning only one of their seven matches and collecting a mere 2 points. With a net run rate of -1.504, they face an uphill battle to make it to the semi-finals. The pressure is mounting on the defending champions as they look to salvage their tournament. It is a dead end for the defending Champs.

The points table after the AFG vs. AUS match provides a clear picture of the current standings in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. With just a few matches remaining in the group stage, teams are giving their all to secure their spots in the semi-finals.