With just one point in two games after their first match against New Zealand ended in a washout, a win in their final game against Sri Lanka will give Pakistan a maximum of three points. They are left at the mercy of the results of other teams and rain for a miraculous entry in the semifinals

Having put to bat first, the "Men in Blue" posted a total of 175 runs for the loss of seven wickets in 20 overs. However, in an attempt to chase the target, the "Green Shirts" were bowled out for 114 runs in 18 overs