T20 World Cup 2026: New Zealand set 160 run target for England

Colombo  (Web Desk): In the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Colombo, New Zealand has set a target of 160 runs for England. Kiwi captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat first.

New Zealand scored 159 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Glenn Phillips contributed 39, Tim Seifert added 35, and Finn Allen scored 29 runs to anchor the innings. For England, Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed, and Adil Rashid claimed two wickets each.

Today’s match carries major implications for Pakistan. An England victory would keep Pakistan’s semi-final hopes alive, while a New Zealand win would secure the Kiwis a spot in the final four, ending Pakistan’s campaign in the Super 8 stage.

Pakistan has earned only one point from two matches and will play their final Super 8 game against Sri Lanka. Their chance to advance to the semi-finals now depends on today’s England vs. New Zealand outcome, with an England win being crucial for Pakistan’s hopes.