England reached Super 8 after Australia’s victory over Scotland in T20 World Cup 2024

Fans expressed their reactions to England qualifying for the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024. Their qualification was confirmed after Australia prevailed by five wickets over Scotland on Sunday (June 16) in St Lucia.

After England secured a 41-run victory over Namibia, they needed the Aussies to win against Scotland to enter the next stage of the showpiece event. Despite bagging two wins, the same as England, the Scottish side failed to reach the Super 8 due to an inferior net run rate.

Batting first, Scotland posted a formidable total of 180, with the top contribution from Brandon McMullen (60). Glenn Maxwell was the pick of the bowlers, with two scalps.

In response, Australia sealed a thrilling chase, with Travis Head (68) and Marcus Stoinis (59) leading the charge. Mark Watt and Safyaan Sharif picked up two wickets apiece.

Fans reacted hilariously to English cricket fans being happy at Australia’s victory, which gave them entry to the Super 8. Here are some reactions on X:

‘But England and Australia pulled a blockbuster cinema before us in the span of just 8 to 9 hrs. Entertainment,’ this fan posted.

Many fans praised Scotland’s effort throughout the group stages of T20 World Cup and for giving a tough time to the England side.

‘Many Many Congratulations Scottish Team for such a World Class Campaign. You guys played absolutely Fantastic cricket. 2 Comprehensive Victories and also gave tough time to England and even to Australia today. Just their Inexperience and Aussie Brilliance came in their way. Well fought,’ this fan said.

‘You guys have punched above your weights and have sprung in great surprises Just luck needed today to go through but didn’t happen. All the best to your future and Scottish fans can hold their heads high. See you on the other side,’ this fan tweeted.

Gutted, but oh, so proud. Well done, lads👏👏👏 You’re a credit to our nation on the stage of international cricket. We’ll be back 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏏, ‘ a Scottish native posted.

England’s journey to Super 8 stage of T20 World Cup

The English side started off the T20 World Cup with a washout against Scotland. In their second game, the Jos Buttler-led side lost by 36 runs to Australia.

With two losses on the trot, England made a sensational comeback to bundle out Oman for 47 and chased the score in just 3.1 overs. This win boosted their net run rate from -1.8 to +3.08 and played a key role in their qualification to the Super 8 stage of T20 World Cup.

England’s final group game witnessed them posting 122 in a rain-shortened 10-over game against Namibia. Then, the bowling unit did well to secure a 41-run victory for the team.