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Pakistan's Champions Trophy Campaign Ends Without a Win After Rain Washout

As hosts of their first ICC event in 29 years, Pakistan finished last in Group A, sharing a point with Bangladesh after Rawalpindi rain canceled their final match.

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Cricket - ICC Men's Champions Trophy - Group A - Pakistan v Bangladesh - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan - February 27, 2025 General view as the big screen displays a message reading "match abandoned due to rain" REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro

Overview

  • Persistent rain in Rawalpindi forced the abandonment of Pakistan's final Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh, with both teams earning one point.
  • Pakistan finished last in Group A with a net run rate of -1.087, the worst among all eight competing teams, marking their worst-ever performance as defending champions.
  • This tournament marked Pakistan's third consecutive early exit from an ICC event, following their group-stage eliminations in the 2023 ODI World Cup and 2024 T20 World Cup.
  • Bangladesh also concluded their campaign winless, finishing above Pakistan in the group standings due to a marginally better net run rate.
  • India and New Zealand advanced to the semi-finals from Group A, while Pakistan and Bangladesh faced criticism for their lackluster performances.