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The Champions Trophy league matches being held in Pakistan have reached their conclusion. There is already a clarity in Group A. Top-ranked New Zealand and second-ranked India have qualified for the semi-finals, while Bangladesh and Pakistan have been eliminated from the tournament.
Even though the 2025 Champions Trophy cricket tournament is being held in Pakistan, the semi-final race has become intensely interesting. New Zealand, who are at the top of Group A, andIndian teams qualify for semisWhile Bangladesh and Pakistan were eliminated from the tournament, the situation in Group B became more interesting as Afghanistan, Australia and South Africa were in the semi-finals. By explaining these equations, it is possible to understand the teams that will reach the semi-finals and their live situations.

Group A: New Zealand, India qualify for semi-finals
In Group A of the 2025 Champions Trophy, both New Zealand and India qualified for the semi-finals after winning both their matches. However, New Zealand is at the top on the basis of run rate. The final league match between the two teams on March 2 will decide the group topper. The group topper will face the second-placed team from Group B in the semi-finals.
Group B: The situation has become interesting
South Africa, Australia and Afghanistan are competing to reach the semi-finals in Group B. South Africa and Australia are in the top two places with three points each after playing two matches, with one win and one draw. Afghanistan entered the semi-finals race after their impressive win against England yesterday.
Impact of the Australia-Afghanistan match
Tomorrow (February 27) the match between Afghanistan and Australia will be crucial. If Australia wins against Afghanistan, then South Africa, who are at the top of Group B with 3 points, will also qualify for the semi-finals. However, if Australia loses and Afghanistan wins, then Afghanistan will directly qualify for the semi-finals.
England-South Africa match: Net run rate is key
Afghanistan, riding high on their win over England, will face South Africa in Elundi (March 1). If England win, the net run rate between Australia and South Africa will be clear. The Safaris' net run rate (+2.140) is ahead of Australia's (+0.475).
India vs New Zealand match: Who will face off?
India and New Zealand will play a crucial match to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2025 Champions Trophy. If India wins this match, the team will face Australia in the semi-finals. If India loses to New Zealand, the team will face South Africa.
Semi-finals with Afghanistan: Achieving success?
If India loses to New Zealand in their next match, they will have to play the semi-finals against Afghanistan. This will also be a tough competition, as Afghanistan recently impressed by defeating England.
Teams in the near future
Given the circumstances, there are still a few key matches to be played before the semi-final race becomes fully clear, and that will be a matter of exploration. In Group B, Afghanistan, Australia and South Africa need to add points with their respective wins.
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