Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Journey Ends in Group Stage

Pakistan’s campaign in the Champions Trophy 2025 came to an early end as New Zealand’s victory over Bangladesh sealed their fate, eliminating them from the tournament.

In a crucial match at Rawalpindi Stadium, New Zealand defeated Bangladesh by five wickets, securing their place in the semi-finals. With this result, India and New Zealand advanced from Group A, leaving Pakistan out of contention.

Pakistan started their Champions Trophy campaign with a 60-run defeat against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi. The team then faced India in Dubai, where a stunning batting display from Virat Kohli led India to a comfortable six-wicket victory, securing their spot in the semi-finals.

Following Pakistan’s underwhelming performance, cricket enthusiasts, former players, and analysts have expressed their disappointment, criticizing the team management, strategy, and overall execution. Despite competing in a recent tri-nation series, Pakistan failed to address its batting and tactical weaknesses in the Champions Trophy.

The early exit has left fans disheartened, raising concerns about the team’s preparation and future prospects. Now, all eyes are on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and team management to see what changes and improvements will be made ahead of upcoming tournaments.