Not only for Pakistan. This match is important for Bangladesh as well. While Pakistan will support Sri Lanka today because they want to qualify for the semi-final, Bangladesh looking at the match result because If New Zealand wins the match against Sri Lanka, the equation for Bangladesh to play the Champions Trophy will be easier. But If Sri Lanka wins the match today, Bangladesh have to win the next match Against Australia which is almost impossible for them. So a lot of equations in this game. Also, it's a must win game for New Zealand to qualify for the Semi Finals.
New Zealand will definitely win today, it is clear from their performance.Sri Lanka scored 171 runs against New Zealand.Now New Zealand are batting with a target of 172 runs and at the moment they have collected 80 runs without losing any wicket New Zealand need only 92 runs to win which is very easy equation.If New Zealand wins today, the way for Bangladesh to play the Champions Trophy will be a little wider, but it seems that Bangladesh will not be able to win with Australia.A lot of equations await the match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka today, especially for Pakistan.