Champions Trophy 2025 Group B Qualification Scenario: The Australia vs South Africa match in the Champions Trophy was abandoned without a ball being bowled. Both teams split points, taking their tally to three each in Group B. South Africa remains on top of the table due to a superior net run rate.
South Africa’s Road to Semifinals
The Proteas are in a strong position with one match remaining. A commanding 107-run win over Afghanistan has boosted their net run rate to +2.140. A victory against England in their final fixture will confirm their place in the semifinals. Even if they lose, they can still advance if England fails to win both of their remaining matches.
Australia’s Qualification Scenario
Australia’s path to the semifinals remains in their control. A win over Afghanistan in their final match will secure their place. If they lose, they will have to rely on South Africa defeating England to keep their campaign alive.
England’s Must-Win Situation
England’s chances depend entirely on their performance in the next two matches. After losing to Australia in their opener, they must win both remaining games to stay in contention. The upcoming clash against Afghanistan on Wednesday will be crucial in determining the fate of Group B. If both Australia and South Africa lose their final fixtures, the winner of the England vs Afghanistan match will progress to the semifinals.
Afghanistan’s Tough Path
A heavy loss to South Africa has placed Afghanistan at the bottom of Group B. To stay in the race, they must defeat both England and Australia in their last two fixtures.
Every Possible Qualification Scenario
Every upcoming match in Group B is a virtual knockout. Here is how different results will impact the semifinal race: If Afghanistan wins against England and Australia while England defeats South Africa, Afghanistan will qualify alongside either South Africa or Australia, depending on net run rate. If Afghanistan wins both matches and South Africa defeats England, Afghanistan and South Africa will advance. If Afghanistan beats England but loses to Australia and England defeats South Africa, then Australia and South Africa will qualify. If Afghanistan wins against England but loses to Australia and South Africa defeats England, then Australia and South Africa will progress. If England beats Afghanistan but loses to South Africa while Afghanistan defeats Australia, then Australia and South Africa will go through. If England wins against Afghanistan and Australia but loses to South Africa, then Australia and South Africa will advance. If England secures victories over Afghanistan and Australia while also beating South Africa, then England and Australia will qualify. If England wins against Afghanistan and Australia but South Africa defeats England, then Australia and South Africa will make it to the semifinals. Qualification in some cases will depend on net run rate.
