The Champions Trophy match between Pakistan and Bangladesh was washed out without a ball being bowled due to bad weather. This was the second consecutive game in Rawalpindi to be disrupted by rain. The match was the last league game for both teams, who had already been eliminated from the semi-final race. With this result, Pakistan and Bangladesh finished their campaigns without a single win in the tournament.
Disappointing Campaigns for Pakistan and Bangladesh
Both teams had a forgettable tournament, suffering defeats against India and New Zealand before their final match ended in abandonment. The result will be particularly disappointing for Pakistan, who were co-hosting the tournament and entered as defending champions.
Weather Continues to Disrupt Matches in Rawalpindi
The weather in Rawalpindi has been a major challenge for the Champions Trophy. Earlier this week, South Africa’s Group B match against Australia was also called off without a ball being bowled due to similar conditions. This is the second match at the venue to be affected by rain.
New Zealand and India Secure Semi-final Spots
New Zealand booked their place in the semi-finals after beating Pakistan by 60 runs and Bangladesh by five wickets in Rawalpindi. India also advanced to the final four with victories over both teams in Dubai.
With the next ICC ODI tournament being the 2027 World Cup, both Pakistan and Bangladesh are likely to undergo significant changes in their squads and management.
