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Will Pakistan Be Out Of T20 World Cup 2026 If They Fail To Win A Game In South Africa?

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Pakistan has lost the T20I series against South frica [Source: AP]Pakistan has lost the T20I series against South frica [Source: AP]

Pakistan is having a rough time in their T20I series against South Africa. With back-to-back losses in the first two games, the pressure is sky-high. The third T20I, which could be their shot at redemption, has been delayed due to lightning and drizzle. Fans are left wondering: will these defeats hurt Pakistan’s chances for the T20 World Cup 2026?

Will Pakistan Be Out Of T20 World Cup 2026?

Pakistan’s spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 is already confirmed. Yes, despite their struggles on the field and missing out on the Super Eight stage of the 2024 T20 World Cup, they’ve secured automatic qualification.

Currently ranked 7th in the ICC T20I Team Rankings, they’re one of the three teams (along with New Zealand and Ireland) to qualify directly without needing the Super Eight ticket.

How Does T20 WC 2026 Qualification Work?

The ICC has a system for automatic qualification, and here’s the breakdown:

  • Hosts India and Sri Lanka get the first two spots.
  • The eight teams that made it to the Super Eight stage of the 2024 World Cup (Australia, England, South Africa, West Indies, USA, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan) are next.
  • The remaining three spots go to the highest-ranked teams outside this group” Pakistan, New Zealand, and Ireland.

So, no matter how this series pans out, Pakistan is safe for the T20 World Cup 2026.

Why This Series Still Matters?

While their spot is secure, this series is about more than just qualification. Getting thumped in three matches in a row isn’t just bad for morale, it also raises serious questions about Pakistan’s form. They’ll need to fix these issues fast if they want to compete with the big boys at the next tournament.

The third T20I, despite being delayed by weather, is still a golden chance for Pakistan to prove they’ve got what it takes. A win here would lift spirits and give them something positive to build on. Another loss? Well, that would only add to the noise around their current struggles.