The Rawalpindi Stadium at Lahore was about to host the ninth match of the Group Stage of Champions Trophy 2025, but almost a one and a half hour of heavy rain had made the umpires decide to call off the match, leading to an equal points division. That means both Bangladesh and Pakistan would receive 1 point each. Both Bangladesh and Pakistan started their journey with defeats against New Zealand. While the Kiwis defeated Pakistan by 60 runs in the Champions Trophy opener, Pakistan suffered a 6-wicket loss to their arc rival India. Bangladesh lost to India by 6 wickets earlier and then suffered another 6-wicket defeat to New Zealand, demolishing all hopes for Pakistan to qualify and so for themselves. Bangladesh’s batting struggles left their bowlers with little to defend, failing to surpass 250 runs. However, against New Zealand, their bowlers showed early promise before faltering. Pakistan, meanwhile, missed key batter Saim Ayub due to injury, while Fakhar Zaman, his replacement, also got injured, forcing Imam-ul-Haq into the XI. Babar Azam faced criticism for his slow innings, and the team failed to adapt. Also Read | Kevin Pieterson Announced as New Mentor for Delhi Capitals With the match being called off, the campaign of both Bangladesh and the hosts Pakistan has came to an end. India and New Zealand have qualified for the semi-finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, but who will hold the first position will be decided after the Sunday's match between India and New Zealand. The winner of this match will secure the top spot, allowing them to face team who finishes second in Group B. Similarly, the team finishing top in Group B will face the second positioned team of Group A. From Group B, England has been eliminated after losing two consecutive matches. South Africa is also through to the semis. However, their position will be decided after the result of the match between Afghanistan and Australia. The winner of this match will make their way into the knockouts.