The Champions Trophy match between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was abandoned without a ball bowled due to persistent rain, resulting in both teams receiving a point. This marked the second consecutive washout in Rawalpindi, following the Australia-South Africa match earlier in the week. The encounter was called off at 3:27 PM local time, about 90 minutes after the scheduled start. With this, Rawalpindi’s involvement in the tournament concluded, as New Zealand had previously defeated Bangladesh there. Bangladesh finished above Pakistan in the standings based on net run rate. Pakistan will tour New Zealand later, while Bangladesh will host Zimbabwe.
Match called off without a ball bowled Pakistan vs Bangladesh
Consistent rain fell throughout the afternoon at the venue, leaving no chance for the covers to be removed. The match was officially called off at 3:27 PM local time, just shy of an hour and a half past the intended start time.
Only one match remains in Group A, featuring India against New Zealand in Dubai on March 2, which will decide the group leader. Both teams have already secured their spots in the semi-finals.
For the record, Bangladesh (-0.443) finishes the tournament ahead of Pakistan (-1.087) based on net run rate.
Pakistan’s upcoming challenge is a white-ball tour to New Zealand later this month, featuring five T20Is and three ODIs. Meanwhile, Bangladesh is preparing to host Zimbabwe for three ODIs and three T20Is.