NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has alleged that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was responsible for blocking his elevation to the chief minister’s post when the party was in power in the state.Sarma claimed that in 2014, then Congress president Sonia Gandhi had asked him to decide the date for his swearing-in. According to him, the move was later stalled due to Rahul Gandhi’s intervention. “Madam (Sonia Gandhi), whom I still refer to as such, had asked me to decide on the date and I had told her that I would take oath after the Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Temple in June (2014),” news agency PTI quoted Sarma as saying.“I was hurt then, but now I believe that whatever happens in one’s life is for the best and God has given me much more than what I would have got, had I remained in the Congress. As the BJP CM, I got a chance to serve both Assam and Sanatan dharma wholeheartedly, which would not have been possible had I been in the Congress,” he added.In 2014, the state was led by senior Congress leader Tarun Gogoi, who was serving his third straight term as chief minister. Sarma, then seen as one of Gogoi’s closest associates, spearheaded a major internal challenge, citing dissatisfaction with Gogoi’s leadership and calling for generational change within the party. He had claimed the support of a majority of Congress MLAs during that episode.The Congress high command chose to stick with Gogoi, after which Sarma resigned from the state cabinet in July 2014. He quit the Congress altogether in 2015 and joined the BJP.Assam is set to go to the polls for its 126 assembly seats in March–April, with the Congress likely to contest as part of a broader opposition alliance.At present, the BJP has 64 MLAs in the assembly, while its allies — AGP, UPPL and BPF — hold nine, seven and three seats respectively. In the opposition ranks, Congress has 26 members, AIUDF 15 and CPI(M) one, along with one Independent legislator.

Indian IT sector stocks have been bleeding for the last few days, facing a massive selloff on increasing fears that artificial intelligence (AI) tools and models will hit the basic revenue model of the technology sector. The index tracking Indian IT sector stocks such as Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. and Infosys Ltd. has lost a massive $56 billion in market capitalization after Anthropic PBC introduced a tool that some market participants consider a potential challenge to traditional outsourcing business models.

But is the situation really so bad for the Indian IT sector? Does the future look bleak, or is the scare around impact of AI overdone?

Indian IT Sector Resilient?

According to a Bloomberg analysis, for investors who remain positive about India’s IT services sector, the recent ‘AI scare trade’ has opened a window to accumulate stocks of companies which are viewed as capable of coming out strong amid pessimistic forecasts about the industry’s future.The brutal selloff in Indian technology stocks has been particularly noticeable across Asia, where the region’s strong hardware manufacturing base continues to be regarded as essential to the broader artificial intelligence ecosystem.The NSE Nifty IT Index has declined by about 15% since the announcement made earlier this month by Anthropic PBC, putting it on course for its steepest monthly fall since March 2020. Although technology stocks in China and Australia with significant software exposure have also come under pressure, the drop has drawn particular attention in India, where IT companies have long been regarded as key drivers of the country’s economic growth narrative.Strategists at HSBC Holdings Plc and JPMorgan Chase & Co. believe the concerns may be exaggerated, noting that Indian IT companies could benefit as more enterprises seek assistance in adopting and embedding AI solutions within their operations. Investors such as PPFAS Mutual Fund also argue that the industry has the flexibility to adjust effectively to evolving technological demands.“Whenever a major technological change occurs, IT firms have historically adapted by upgrading skills and aligning services with client requirements,” Raunak Onkar, research head and fund manager at the $17 billion fund house, which increased its exposure to Indian software companies last month was quoted as saying by Bloomberg.He added that these businesses have consistently succeeded by delivering cost-effective expertise at speed.This constructive outlook reflects expectations among some investors that the recent decline in Indian IT stocks could eventually reverse. Globally, tech stocks have borne the brunt amid concerns about how AI-driven tools might affect companies, especially those whose business models rely on delivering efficiency and productivity improvements for clients.India’s IT outsourcing industry first gained global recognition in the late 1990s when it assisted Western corporations in addressing the Y2K problem, a computer-related risk that threatened widespread disruptions at the turn of the millennium. Since that period, these companies have navigated multiple global economic slowdowns and technological transitions, adapting through phases that included the emergence of mobile communications and the expansion of cloud computing.At present, concerns have emerged that advances in artificial intelligence and robotics could undermine the traditional software services model. However, analysts such as Stephen Bersey of HSBC Holdings Plc argue that such assumptions are misguided and lack logical grounding.In a note dated February 9, Stephen Bersey said that software is important for coordinating interactions between AI-generated outputs and the existing enterprise systems. It is crucial to enable smooth digital operations across AI and non-AI components. He is of the view that Indian IT firms have spent decades developing and delivering enterprise-grade software solutions at scale, and this positions them well in this evolving landscape.Despite this optimism, some observers remain cautious. Critics argue that the efficiency gains delivered by AI could ultimately reduce revenue potential for outsourcing firms. According to Phanisekhar Ponangi, co-founder of Mavenark Asset Managers Pvt., the concerns surrounding AI’s impact on the sector should not be dismissed lightly.He said that for nearly three decades, information technology companies built their success on the promise of delivering higher efficiency for clients. According to him, the sector now faces a significant transition as artificial intelligence shortens project timelines and lowers workforce requirements, with “the client will pocket the productivity gains.”

Striking a Note of Caution

Some market experts, however, believe the industry has already anticipated these changes and is positioning itself accordingly. Companies have increasingly highlighted artificial intelligence initiatives during earnings calls and have begun reporting revenue linked to such offerings. In January, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. stated that its AI-led solutions are generating annualised revenue of about $1.8 billion, with growth of roughly 17 per cent on a quarter-on-quarter basis.Manu Rishi Guptha, a portfolio manager at MRG Capital, said investors may be overlooking two factors that could support Indian IT companies. According to Guptha, strong cash reserves can help firms navigate business model changes triggered by AI. Also, a relatively young workforce is capable of adapting quickly to tech shifts.Guptha added that the recent decline in share prices could represent an opportunity rather than a setback, noting that order inflows have remained steady while valuations have corrected. The Nifty IT index is currently trading at about 20 times forward earnings estimates, marking its lowest valuation level since April 2023.(Disclaimer: Recommendations and views on the stock market, other asset classes or personal finance management tips given by experts are their own. These opinions do not represent the views of The Times of India)

History was rewritten at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai today as Canada’s Yuvraj Samra announced himself on the global stage. In a high-stakes Match 31 of the T20 World Cup 2026, the 19-year-old opener dismantled the New Zealand bowling attack to become the youngest centurion in the history of the T20 World Cup.

Samra’s breathtaking innings of 110 off 65 balls—reaching his century in just 58 deliveries—powered Canada to a competitive total of 173/4. Beyond the personal milestone, Samra’s feat marks the first-ever century by a batter from an associate nation in T20 World Cup history, further cementing the ‘giant-killing’ trend of this year’s mega event.

Yuvraj Samra breaks a 12-year-old record with stunning hundred

By reaching triple figures at just 19 years and 141 days, Samra comfortably eclipsed the previous record held by Pakistan’s Ahmed Shehzad. Shehzad had set the benchmark in 2014 when he scored a century against Bangladesh at the age of 22. Samra’s entry into the record books not only lowers the age bar by nearly three years but also places him ahead of legendary names like Suresh Raina and Alex Hales.

5 youngest centurions in T20 World Cup history

1. Yuvraj Samra (19y 141d) vs New Zealand, 2026

In a high-pressure, must-win clash in Chennai, the Canadian teenager produced an innings for the ages. At just 19, Samra displayed fearless aggression against a world-class New Zealand attack, reaching his milestone in 58 balls. His 110-run masterclass not only shattered age records but also proved that Associate nations can compete with the best on the biggest stage, anchoring Canada to a formidable total of 173/4.

2. Ahmed Shehzad (22y 127d) vs Bangladesh, 2014

Before Samra’s arrival, Pakistan’s Shehzad held the record for over a decade. During the 2014 edition in Mirpur, Shehzad tore through the Bangladeshi bowling lineup with an unbeaten 111 off just 62 deliveries. He became the first, and currently the only, Pakistani batter to score a T20 World Cup century, using his trademark lofted drives and nimble footwork to dominate the home side in their own backyard.

3. Suresh Raina (23y 156d) vs South Africa, 2010

Raina’s century in Gros Islet remains one of the most iconic moments in Indian T20 history. At 23, Raina became the first Indian to hit a T20I hundred, punishing a potent South African pace attack that included Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel. His 101 off 60 balls was a masterclass in middle-order acceleration, utilizing his ability to clear the ropes over mid-wicket and extra cover with effortless timing.

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4. Alex Hales (25y 83d) vs Sri Lanka, 2014

Hales produced perhaps the most “clutch” innings on this list during a group stage match in Chattogram. Chasing a massive target of 190 against a peak Sri Lankan side, England were reeling at 0/2 when Hales took charge. He smashed an unbeaten 116 off 64 balls, single-handedly turning the game on its head against the likes of Lasith Malinga and Ajantha Mendis, marking the first ever T20I century by an Englishman.

5. Glenn Phillips (25y 327d) vs Sri Lanka, 2022

New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips rounds out the top five with a gritty yet explosive performance at the SCG. Walking in at 15/3, Phillips rescued the Black Caps with a spectacular 104 off 64 balls. His century was a testament to fitness and power, as he navigated a difficult start to finish with a strike rate of 162.50, proving to be the difference-maker in a crucial Super 12 fixture that propelled New Zealand toward the semi-finals.

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Florida’s famous ‘Billionaire Bunkers’ may soon get a new Billionaire as its resident. And it is reported to be Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, are the latest California billionaires to buy a home in South Florida. The couple are reported to be buying a newly completed waterfront mansion on Miami’s Indian Creek, as per sources with knowledge of the transaction. As to those wondering what gives Florida’s Indian Creek ‘Billionaire Bunkers’ title: It is the residents. The gated man-made barrier island Indian Creek boasts of several billionaires as its residents. Indian Creek Island operates as an independent municipality with its own government and private police who patrol by air, water, and sky. It reportedly has 41 lots and 84 residents. The names include Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, popular investor Carl Icahn and billionaire auto dealer Norman Braman. Google founders Lary Page and Sergey Brin too are said to have bought properties in Florida.

Mark Zuckerberg’s neighbour the month he may be moving in

Zuckerberg is likely to live next door to billionaire Braman and his wife Irma Braman. WSJ reached out to Irma about Zuckerberg joining them in the neighbourhood. She said that Zuckerberg had told them he planned to move into the property by April. “We’re happy to have him,” she said. Bezos’ house too is a few doors away from Zuckerberg’s. As per reports, the 27,669-square-foot limestone mansion that is likely to be Zuckerberg family’s new home has nine bedrooms, a gym, a hair salon, a massage room, a 1,500-gallon aquarium and a library with a secret passageway.

Billionaires exodus from California

Facebook founder Zuckerberg is the latest tech billionaire to descend on Miami as California proposes a 5% billionaire tax. While some billionaires including Donald Trump’s AI Czar have been open about leaving California, others have been largely discreet. Other than Google founder Larry Page and Sergey Brin, billionaires who have shifted base from California include Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison and PayPal/Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel.What makes Florida attractive for billionaires is that it offers no state income tax. Danny Hertzberg, a Miami real-estate agent at Coldwell Banker Realty, told WSJ that the 5% tax in California is really driving out people in a major way. The 5% tax in California has been proposed by SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West. The workers body is said to be circulating petitions to put the tax on the November ballot. The estimated $100 billion produced by the tax would replace funds hospitals were getting before the federal government tightened enforcement of eligibility requirements for subsidized health insurance.

Mark Zuckerberg’s $50 million donation to California

Incidentally Meta CEO does not seem to be in the mood to cut his ties from California. Zuckerberg recently pledged $50 million to Sacramento State University to fuel state-of-the-art STEM labs and an AI center as part of his philanthropic efforts under the CHAN-Zuckerberg Initiative. California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the gift on Jan. 28, tying it to a major redevelopment of three vacant state office buildings on Sacramento’s Capitol Mall into a downtown campus.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos divorced MacKenzie Scott in 2019 after 25 years of marriage. After the divorce, Scott received roughly a 4% stake in Amazon, amounting to about 139 million shares at the time. We are in 2026 and Scott has given away more than 75% of her Amazon shares, donating around $26 billion giving sprint in seven years. Last year alone, she donated a record $7.2 billion, making her the third-biggest philanthropist of all-time, Forbes report says. It’s also the most donated in a single year since Forbes started tracking top givers in 2012, the report says.With the donations made in 2025, Scott has given more than world’s richest billionaires– Elon Musk, Larry Page, Larry Ellison and her ex-husband Bezos have in their lifetimes combined.

Mackenzie Scott becomes 3rd biggest philanthropist in US

Forbes recently published its list of America’s Top 25 Philanthropists. According to the list, Warren Buffett topped the list with a lifetime giving of $68.3 billion, followed by Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates who have a lifetime giving of $52.6 billion. Mackenzie Scott came in third with a total lifetime giving of $26.4 billion, donating 46% of her net worth. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilia Chan also appeared in the list who have donTED $6.1 billion so far. Here’s the complete list

America’s Top 25 Philanthropists (Forbes)

1. Warren BuffettLifetime giving: $68.3 billionGiving focus: Health, poverty alleviationGiving as % of net worth: 32%Net worth: $146 billion2. Bill Gates and Melinda French GatesLifetime giving: $52.6 billionGiving focus: Health, poverty alleviationGiving as % of net worth: 28%Net worth: $134 billion3. MacKenzie ScottLifetime giving: $26.4 billionGiving focus: Education, economic equityGiving as % of net worth: 46%Net worth: $30.9 billion4. Michael BloombergLifetime giving: $25.4 billionGiving focus: Climate change, health, educationGiving as % of net worth: 19%Net worth: $109 billion5. George SorosLifetime giving: $24.0 billionGiving focus: Democracy, human rightsGiving as % of net worth: 76%Net worth: $7.5 billion6. Marilyn Simons and familyLifetime giving: $10.3 billionGiving focus: Science, mathGiving as % of net worth: 24%Net worth: $32.6 billion7. Steve and Connie BallmerLifetime giving: $6.5 billionGiving focus: Economic mobilityGiving as % of net worth: 4%Net worth: $141 billion8. Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla ChanLifetime giving: $6.1 billionGiving focus: AI-powered biologyGiving as % of net worth: 3%Net worth: $213 billion9. Sergey BrinLifetime giving: $5.1 billionGiving focus: Parkinson’s, climate changeGiving as % of net worth: 2%Net worth: $249 billion10. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez BezosLifetime giving: $4.7 billionGiving focus: Climate, homelessnessGiving as % of net worth: 2%Net worth: $250 billion11. Phil and Penny KnightLifetime giving: $4.5 billionGiving focus: Education, medical researchGiving as % of net worth: 12%Net worth: $31.8 billion12. Dustin Moskovitz and Cari TunaLifetime giving: $4.3 billionGiving focus: Global health, AI safetyGiving as % of net worth: 29%Net worth: $10.5 billion13. Barbara PicowerLifetime giving: $4.1 billionGiving focus: Democracy, medical researchGiving as % of net worth: Not availableNet worth: < $1 billion14. Lynn and Stacy SchustermanLifetime giving: $4.0 billionGiving focus: Education, Jewish communityGiving as % of net worth: 47%Net worth: $4.4 billion15. Edythe Broad and familyLifetime giving: $3.6 billionGiving focus: Education, artsGiving as % of net worth: 34%Net worth: $7 billion16. Michael and Susan DellLifetime giving: $3.3 billionGiving focus: Education, economic stabilityGiving as % of net worth: 2%Net worth: $139 billion17. Pierre and Pam OmidyarLifetime giving: $3.1 billionGiving focus: Poverty alleviation, human rights, educationGiving as % of net worth: 20%Net worth: $12.1 billion18. Eric and Wendy SchmidtLifetime giving: $2.9 billionGiving focus: Education, scientific researchGiving as % of net worth: 7%Net worth: $37.2 billion19. Billi Marcus and familyLifetime giving: $2.7 billionGiving focus: Medical research, Jewish causesGiving as % of net worth: Not availableNet worth: < $1 billion20. Ken GriffinLifetime giving: $2.5 billionGiving focus: Medical research, educationGiving as % of net worth: 5%Net worth: $51.8 billion21. George KaiserLifetime giving: $2.5 billionGiving focus: Education, healthGiving as % of net worth: 14%Net worth: $15.7 billion22. John and Laura ArnoldLifetime giving: $2.3 billionGiving focus: Education, criminal justice reformGiving as % of net worth: 44%Net worth: $2.9 billion23. Reed Hastings and Patty QuillinLifetime giving: $2.2 billionGiving focus: EducationGiving as % of net worth: 31%Net worth: $4.9 billion24. Donald BrenLifetime giving: $2.1 billionGiving focus: Education, conservationGiving as % of net worth: 10%Net worth: $19.2 billion25. Charles KochLifetime giving: $2.0 billionGiving focus: Education, poverty alleviationGiving as % of net worth: 3%Net worth: $73.8 billion

List of organisations Mackenzie Scott donated to

Scott has donated to hundreds of organisations in 2025. Among many of her 2025 donations went to causes focused on DEI, disaster recovery, and higher education, one has sparked debate. In a December 9 blog post written, Scott said her philanthropic organization Yield Giving donated to Solidaire Network, which says it “nurtures relationships between social movements and members to create regenerative systems rooted in love and justice.” “This means in practice that the network has funded organizations including Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), the US Palestinian Community Network, and the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM), according to tax filings and press releases from the Solidaire Network,” the report said. It is also facing investigations in both the House and Senate for allegedly coordinating with terror group Hamas to start anti-Israel protests in the U.S, Forbes reported.List of organisations:

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to entertain a plea seeking mandatory guidelines for public officials and political leaders, which cited alleged discriminatory remarks by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and UP CM Yogi Adityanath.A three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, questioned the neutrality of the petition. While acknowledging the eminence of the petitioners—former Delhi LG Najeeb Jung and Professor Roop Rekha Verma—the Court noted that the plea seemed to target specific individuals while overlooking others.“The petitioners are eminent persons. We respect them. Ask the petitioners not to target any particular individual. Only selected individuals. Others very conveniently ignored. It is not fair,” CJI Kant said, as quoted by ANI.The apex court suggested the framing of a mandatory code of conduct for ‘public figures’ similar to the one applicable to ‘public servants.’ “We would like to impress upon all political parties the importance of constitutional morality, values, and mutual respect. These principles must be applied uniformly across the board, that is what we expect. When it comes to public figures and public servants, the position is different. For public servants, there is a wealth of laws, rules and mandates that govern conduct, everything is already in place. Some similar code of conduct,” CJI Kant added.Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing the petitioners, sought to withdraw the petition and submitted that he would come up with a more comprehensive plea on the issue.The development comes after the Bharatiya Janata Party Assam unit posted a video on X showing Sarma purportedly aiming a rifle at two people, one wearing a skullcap and another with a beard. The video was later deleted following backlash.Just a day prior, the Apex Court had refused a separate SIT probe into this specific incident, directing the petitioners to the Gauhati high court instead. The bench expressed concern over the “disturbing trend” of bypassing high courts and approaching the Supreme Court directly, especially during election cycles.“This is a disturbing trend that every matter ends up here. We have already deprived HCs of environmental and commercial litigations,” the bench said.

Infosys shares inched higher on Tuesday after the IT giant announced collaborating with Anthropic to develop enterprise-focused artificial intelligence solutions. The stock gained more than 4% during the session, touching a day’s high of Rs 1,430 on the BSE. At 1:24 pm, Infosys was trading at 1,417 on the NSE, up 51 points or 3.77%. On the Bombay Stock Exchange, the share was up 3.70% or 50 points to 1,416. The newly announced alliance is designed to build and deliver advanced AI solutions for enterprises operating in telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing and software development, according to ET. The first phase of the partnership will concentrate on the telecommunications industry, where a dedicated Anthropic Center of Excellence will be established to create and deploy AI agents built for sector-specific applications. The companies plan to subsequently extend the collaboration to other sectors, including financial services, manufacturing and software development.Focus of the partnership is integration of Anthropic’s Claude models, including Claude Code, with Infosys Topaz AI offerings. The combined platform is aimed towards help organisations automate complex workflows, accelerate software development cycles and adopt AI systems with the governance, oversight and transparency required in regulated industries. “Together, Infosys and Anthropic aim to help clients reimagine the enterprise operating model by combining deep industry expertise, frontier AI, and engineering scale into one unified approach,” Infosys said in a statement. A major area of emphasis will be agentic AI systems capable of independently executing multi-step tasks such as processing claims, generating and testing code, or conducting compliance reviews. Using tools such as the Claude Agent SDK, the collaboration will support the creation of AI agents that can operate persistently across extended and complex processes rather than handling isolated interactions.Salil Parekh, chief executive officer, Infosys, said, “Our collaboration with Anthropic marks a strategic leap toward advancing enterprise AI, enabling organisations to unlock value and become more intelligent, resilient, and responsible. From modernising financial services with intelligent risk management and compliance, to enabling engineering businesses to lead with AI-driven design and manufacturing, the goal is to leverage the joint expertise of Infosys and Anthropic to accelerate AI value realisation for global enterprises.” The partnership will also focus on modernising legacy systems. By combining Infosys Topaz with Claude, organisations are expected to speed up migration initiatives and lower the cost of upgrading ageing infrastructure.

Tilak Varma, right, and Suryakumar Yadav celebrate the wicket of Pakistan’s Shadab Khan. (AP Photo)

NEW DELHI: The ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is at the fag end of the group stage matches. Till Monday (February 16), 30 out of 40 group stage matches have been completed in the tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The race for Super Eights spots is in full swing.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!So far, five teams have booked their tickets to the next stage, namely defending champions India, co-hosts Sri Lanka, the West Indies, England and South Africa. Three spots in Super 8s are still up for grabs.Interestingly, only five of the 20 competing teams have been officially eliminated from the Super 8s race yet, meaning 10 teams are still mathematically in the race for the final three spots.

Only one of the four groups has a complete picture of who has qualified and been eliminated. From Group C, the Windies and England are already in the Super 8s, and the remaining three teams in the group — Scotland (late replacement for Bangladesh), debutants Italy and Nepal — are eliminated.In the other three groups, one spot each is still up for grabs, and only two teams — Namibia from Group A and Oman from Group B — are out of the race.In Group A, India are through to the next stage, and Pakistan, USA and the Netherlands are vying for the remaining spot. USA have played all their four group matches and are in second position behind India in the points table with four points. With four points, Pakistan are third due to an inferior net run rate to USA. Pakistan face Namibia next, and a win will secure their spot in the Super 8s. The Netherlands have a match against India and are still in contention with two points.

In Group B, Sri Lanka stormed into the Super 8s with a thumping win over Australia, leaving the Aussies on the brink of early exit. Australia now need a miracle to progress after two consecutive defeats — against Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. Zimbabwe are in the driver’s seat in the race for the remaining spot from the group as they have two matches in hand. A win against Ireland on Tuesday will take Zimbabwe into the Super 8s, leaving Australia’s campaign devastated. Australia can only progress if they beat Oman by a massive margin and Zimbabwe lose both their matches — against Ireland and Sri Lanka.

Group C is sorted, with West Indies and England already through to the next round.

In Group D, last edition’s finalists South Africa are in the Super 8s from the group. Interestingly, all the remaining four teams are still in contention, some realistically and some as a mathematical long shot. New Zealand are at the front of the race with four points, and a win against Canada on Tuesday in their final group game will propel them into the next round. Afghanistan, UAE and Canada are all hoping for the Kiwis to lose their final game to remain in the race.