Semifinal qualification scenario for India, South Africa, and West Indies

The final league stage match of the World Championship of Legends 2024 is set to be a high-stakes encounter as Yuvraj Singh-led Team India and Jacques Kallis’ South Africa Champions face off in a virtual quarter-final on Wednesday, July 10.

India, who emerged victorious in their first two matches, enter this crucial game on the back of consecutive defeats, the latest being against Australia. In contrast, South Africa snapped a three-match losing streak with a victory over Pakistan, revitalizing their semifinal hopes.

Recent history adds another layer of intensity to this clash, with India breaking South African hearts in the T20 World Cup 2024 final. The Proteas legends, motivated by the desire for revenge, will aim to secure a win that could propel them into the semifinals at the expense of either India or West Indies.

However, South Africa's journey to the semifinals is fraught with challenges. Their Net Run Rate (NRR) is the lowest among the contenders, necessitating a dominant performance to overtake India or West Indies.

If India wins, they will secure a spot in the semi-finals. Even a narrow defeat will guarantee them a place in the final four. However, if South Africa wins and West Indies triumph over Australia, India will need to be cautious about their Net Run Rate (NRR).

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