Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table: Here's How Pakistan Can Still Qualify For Semifinals After Defeat Against India

After two consecutive losses, Pakistan sits at the bottom of Group A with zero points and a negative net run rate (-1.087). To qualify, they must win their last game and hope for favorable results elsewhere.

Pakistan faces Bangladesh in their final group-stage match. A victory is non-negotiable. Even a narrow win might not be enough if their net run rate (NRR) remains poor.

Pakistan’s fate hinges on Bangladesh pulling off an upset against New Zealand. If the Kiwis win, they secure a semifinal spot, eliminating Pakistan.

Pakistan not only needs a win against Bangladesh but a dominant one. They must significantly boost their NRR to surpass Bangladesh if all teams finish with one win each.

If India beats New Zealand in their final match, it could open up a possibility for Pakistan—provided they have won and improved their NRR.

Pakistan’s top-order, including Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, must fire. The slow approach seen against India and New Zealand needs to change for an aggressive display.

Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf have been below their best. They need to strike early and restrict Bangladesh to a low total to improve Pakistan’s NRR.

Pakistan’s middle order has struggled, with strike rates a concern. The likes of Iftikhar Ahmed and Khushdil Shah must accelerate scoring in the middle overs.

Even if Pakistan wins, qualification is not in their hands. They must pray for Bangladesh to stun New Zealand, which is unlikely but not impossible.

Pakistan has a history of dramatic turnarounds in ICC tournaments. If they play fearlessly, history could repeat itself—but only if results go their way.