Top four teams qualified for the semifinals and Pakistan (-0.43) finished at number five with 11 points, tied with New Zealand (0.175), but were beaten on Net-Run-Rate (NRR) by the Kiwis.
Pakistan need to bat first, score 400 runs, dismiss Bangladesh for 84, and win by a margin of 316 runs but if they bat second, their chances of qualifying for the semi-finals will be none.
There were contributions from Babar (45) and Imam(36) at the top order while chasing a modest 228 but it required a special innings from Imad Wasim, who took the side to finish line.
Sarfaraz Ahmed has previously led Pakistan to victory in U-19 World Cup and the Champions Trophy in 2017.
Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed said that it was a complete team effort from his side that saw them cross the line against the Kane Williamson-led side.
Sarfaraz Ahmed has broken his silence on the Pakistan fan's video, in which he compared the side's captain to a 'pig', while Sarfaraz was out with his family.
Pakistan skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed has urged his fans to refrain from abuse while criticising Pakistan's performance in what is being seen as his first reaction to the abusive jokes that were hurled at him.
The Pakistan captain faced criticism, as well as social media trolls for his yawn during the game against India, and Sarfaraz Ahmed finally broke his silence on that moment.
Sohail scored a 59-ball 89 and steered Pakistan's score to over 300, as the side registered an impressive win over South Africa.
Pakistan have won just one of their five matches in the World Cup so far, but what drew major flak for the team was the loss to India by 89 runs in their last game at Manchester.
The fan shot a selfie-video in which he fat-shamed Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, who was out with his family at the time.
Sarfaraz Ahmed appears to be bearing the brunt of the criticism back home, particularly since the 89-run loss to India on Sunday.
It was reported in the media in Pakistan that the players and the coach aren't on good terms, and that Inzamam-ul-Haq was sent to England to play 'peacemaker' between the two.
Ehsan Mani phoned Sarfaraz on Tuesday and assured him that the entire nation stands by the team and expects an improved performance in the upcoming matches.
Pakistani cricketers are facing strong criticism from both fans and former players after the 89-run defeat to India in the marquee World Cup clash in Manchester on Sunday.
Historically, Pakistan has been one of India's fiercest rivals on a cricket pitch. But are they anymore? Is it really a competition for superiority?
The Pakistan skipper also justified the decision to bowl, stating that there was moisture on the pitch, which prompted his choice to field first.
Legendary Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar was not impressed with Sarfaraz Ahmed's decisions throughout the game, and called him 'brainless'.
Pakistan PM Imran Khan urged Sarfaraz Ahmed to bat after winning the toss. However, the Pakistan skipper decided to bowl first.
Steve Smith was constantly booed by Indian fans during the World Cup fixture between India and Australia at the Kennington Oval on June 9 which the Men in Blue won by 36 runs.
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