Afghanistan becomes the last team to be ruled out from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The Hashmatullah Shahidi-led side were in contention as they defeated England in their second group stage match. They were supposed to beat Australia in their clash to seal their spot but the match ended without a result.
After Afghanistan vs Australia clash, Shahidi-led side's fortunes were decided by South Africa's third group stage match against England.
For Afghanistan to qualify, England must beat South Africa by at least 207 runs if they bat first, assuming they post a total of over 300. If England chases, they need to reach the target in just 11.1 overs (assuming a 300+ first-innings score).
South Africa bundled out England on just 179 runs to become the fourth team to qualify for the semifinals. Here are the teams and their performances which have qualified for the semifinal.
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India
India played two group stage matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan respectively. Rohit-led side defeated both Asian Teams to seal their berth for the semifinal. The Men in Blue will now face New Zealand for their third league match which will decide the opponent for the semifinal.
New Zealand
New Zealand who are a part of group A alongside India, Bangladesh and Pakistan, also won both their group stage matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan to seal their spot in the semifinals.
Australia
Australia were the third team to qualify for the semifinal. They won their opener clash against England, and after that, their second and third clash against South Africa and Afghanistan respectively washed out. The team qualified for the semis after rain abandoned their third group stage clash.
South Africa
South Africa are yet to lose a game in the Champions Trophy 2025. Temba Bavuma-led side defeated Afghanistan in their tournament opener. Their second clash against New Zealand washed out due to rain. The Proteas are currently in a strong position against England in their third clash before the semifinals.