As of this moment, the New Zealand dugout will surely be scrutinising all permutations and combinations regarding the qualification scenarios from Group A for all likely results. The Blackcaps have made life incredibly hard for themselves by putting up a shambolic batting performance against England in their previous game. Needing 311, barring Kane Williamson, the Kiwi batting lineup faltered miserably to hand England a comprehensive victory.
With just a single point in two games, New Zealand now needs to rely on internal as well as external forces. Their game against Bangladesh is in their very own hands, as a victory will take them to 3 points. However, on top of that, they must also hope that the game between England and Australia is won by England. If Australia wins, the Kangaroos jump to the second spot with four points, ending New Zealand’s campaign.
Thereby to beat Bangladesh, New Zealand must adopt a few tactics, such as: