Pakistan's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 faded away following New Zealand's massive 119-run defeat against England. A New Zealand victory would have assured Pakistan a semi-final berth but Black Caps' defeat has left them on the brink of an early exit from CWC 2019. With things not falling their way, Pakistan will now have to thrash Bangladesh by at least 316 runs to have any slim chances of finishing fourth. Amidst such circumstances, skipper Sarafaraz Ahmed told the press that his team will aim to score 500 runs - something that has never been achieved in ODI cricket's history - giving fans another opportunity to troll the under pressure captain. Sarfaraz Ahmed Ahead of PAK vs BAN, CWC 2019 Tie Says, ‘We Will Try and Score 500 Runs’ (Watch Video)

" I would first say that we would want to win the match and if we are destined to win, something will surely happen and we will pull off a miraculous win. We will surely try and score 500 runs but the way the tournament has panned out until now, 280-300 looks a good total,” said Sarfaraz at the pre-match conference. But was soon trolled for his comments once the video went viral on social media.

Miraculous Destiny?

Recall Back the Heroes

Why Not 100 Runs More?

High on Confidence

Scoreline Predictions!

Something Special

The Other Way?

Bangladesh have already been knocked out of the tournament following their 28 runs loss to India, while Pakistan stands between the semi-finals and exit. Pakistan have won four matches and lost three, while Bangladesh have achieved the exact opposite in terms of victories and defeats. Pakistan are on fifth with seven points from eight games, while Bangladesh are seventh with seven points from eight matches.

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