Pakistan's only chance for a spot in the 2023 Cricket World Cup semifinals hangs by a thread.
To qualify, Pakistan needs to score at least 400 runs in their innings.
Pakistan's target also includes restricting England to a mere 112 runs or fewer.
Pakistan has never achieved a 400+ total in their ODI history.
To secure a semifinal berth, Pakistan must win by a staggering margin of 288 runs or more.
England is the only major team that has never conceded a 400+ total in their ODI history.
Pakistan's best chance lies in batting first and scoring above 400 runs.
Chasing any target becomes almost unattainable within the allotted overs.
Pakistan must beat England by around 287 runs when batting first or with approximately 284 balls to spare when chasing.
The expected semifinal lineup includes India vs. New Zealand and Australia vs. South Africa.