The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is reaching its decisive stage, with teams battling for semi-final spots. The tournament has witnessed thrilling encounters and unexpected washouts, significantly impacting the standings. Here’s the latest points table update and what it means for the semi-finals.
Current Points Table – ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Group A Standings
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.863 |
| 2 | India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.647 |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -0.443 |
| 4 | Pakistan | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -1.087 |
- New Zealand and India have already secured semi-final berths from Group A with their dominant performances.
- Pakistan and Bangladesh have been eliminated after failing to register a single victory.
Group B Standings
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Points | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | +0.475 |
| 2 | South Africa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +2.140 |
| 3 | Afghanistan | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -0.275 |
| 4 | England | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.600 |
- Australia has secured a semi-final spot with 4 points, thanks to one win and two abandoned matches.
- South Africa and Afghanistan are still in contention, with their final match results determining who advances.
- England has been eliminated, having lost both of their group-stage matches.
Semi-Final Qualification Scenarios
Confirmed Semi-Finalists:
New Zealand (Group A)
India (Group A)
Australia (Group B)
Still in Contention for the Final Semi-Final Spot:
- South Africa: If they defeat England in their final group-stage match, they will qualify.
- Afghanistan: If South Africa loses to England, Afghanistan will advance based on their current points and Net Run Rate.
Weather Disruptions and Their Impact
The tournament has faced unexpected weather disruptions, with the Australia vs. Afghanistan match abandoned due to rain in Lahore. This has made qualification scenarios more unpredictable, especially for Afghanistan, who needed a win to solidify their chances.
Upcoming Key Matches
- South Africa vs. England: Crucial match that will decide if South Africa or Afghanistan advances to the semi-finals.
- Semi-Finals: Set to begin in early March, featuring New Zealand, India, Australia, and one more team from Group B.
With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 heading into its final group-stage games, the excitement continues to build. The semi-final lineup is almost complete, and cricket fans worldwide eagerly await the knockout stages.