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Oman’s UAE finale is about avoiding another World Cup qualifying round
Oman face UAE level with Namibia on 33 points. Fourth place buys a shorter route to the World Cup Qualifier, with an eight-team play-off awaiting the other side.
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Afghanistan’s No. 6 rise puts their unseeded World Cup route in focus
Their highest ODI ranking is a landmark. The published 2027 draw gives Afghanistan a different challenge: finding a way through a group containing India, Australia and Pakistan.
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Conway setback tightens New Zealand’s batting choices against India
Conway’s concussion adds to the absences of Chapman and Ravindra. The selection challenge reaches beyond a straight swap of names in the batting order.