Rain Dampens Pakistan's Champions Trophy Campaign

Pakistan's Champions Trophy campaign ended without a win as rain washed out their final match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi. Both sides were already eliminated, and Tuesday's game between Australia and South Africa faced the same fate. India's victory over Pakistan marks a significant low point for the hosts.

Pakistan concluded their Champions Trophy campaign without a single win, as persistent rain led to the cancellation of their match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi on Thursday. The Group A match between these two already eliminated sides saw defending champions Pakistan's hopes of a consolation victory dashed.

Similarly, Tuesday's fixture between Australia and South Africa at the same venue was abandoned due to inclement weather. This has marked a rather dismal campaign for the Mohammad Rizwan-led team, especially after their six-wicket loss to arch-rivals India — a defeat that stings particularly hard.

Bangladesh ended their winless run with a single point. Meanwhile, India and New Zealand, who will meet in an inconsequential group match in Dubai on Sunday, have already secured their places in the semi-finals from Group A.