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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: It’s a wrap!

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Here is what Pak captain said (1/3) –

“We wanted to do well and perform well in from of our nation. The expectations are very high. We didn’t perform well and it is disappointing for us. (Way forward) You can learn from your mistakes. We have made mistakes in the last few games. Hopefully, we can learn from these. We are next going to New Zealand and hopefully we can perform there and the mistakes that we did against New Zealand here in Pakistan, we can learn from that. And we will do better in New Zealand,” said Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: (2/3)

“(Massive injuries) The guy who has been performing from the last few months in Australia, South Africa, Zimbabwe… the team was combined and then suddenly when someone is injured, the team will be disturbed. As a captain, you can look forward to that as well. One side you can say that the team is disturbed, but this no excuse. Yes, Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub were injured, but we will learn from this.”

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: (3/3)

“[Happy with the bench strength] This a very tough question. The bench strength in Pakistan… let me see the five teams in the Pakistan Cup. We want improvements in different things. If we want to improve, and for Pakistan to have a high standard, we need awareness, professionalism. We see that in the Champions Cup, but we need more improvement. [How are you holding up?] We are all very disappointed. We are all here for the nation. Pakistan is our priority and the expectation from us is very high. We are upset and we are accepting that we didn’t do well. Hopefully, we will do more hard work and comeback.”

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Pakistan’s unwanted record!

Pakistan have registered a humiliating record following the poor in Champions Trophy. They have become the defending champions with worst-ever show. The Mohammad Rizwan and co. surpassed Australia to register the unwanted record. As defending champions, Australia had finished 2013 edition with one point and net run rate of -0.680. Pakistan too finished the 2025 edition with one point, but their net run rate was -1.087.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Group A points table –

The positions of Pakistan and Bangladesh will not change in the table. However, that of India and New Zealand will depend on their last league game.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Pakistan finish last!

Given the match has been abandoned due to rain, both Pakistan and Bangladesh a point each. However, that will not prevent Pakistan from finishing last in the Group A points table. Such an embarrassing thing this is for the side as it was not only the defending champion but also the host for the tournament.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Match called off!

Here is the inevitable, folks! The match between Pakistan and Bangladesh has been called off due to rain in Rawalpindi. This was always coming considering the continuous rain at the venue. Even the toss was not possible and it has has eventually forced the match to be called off.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live: Overs getting lost!

Since it continues to drizzle at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the match between Pakistan and Bangladesh is now losing overs. The ground is still under covers so the final number of overs available for the game could not be assessed yet. Only once it all stops and the umpires inspect the ground, we will have the exact number of overs per side for the teams. However, for that, the drizzle has to stop. Keep your fingers crossed, folks!

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Major concern for fans

Further bad news for fans as it seems like we could be having a thunderstorm heading towards Rawalpindi. Remember, at the start, there was a 22 percent chance. If such is the case, it may be curtains then and there for Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Umpires out for inspection

There we go! Our first on-pitch inspection in nearly 1 hour! The signs aren’t great, however. The umpires have umbrellas with them, the rain is still fairly firm, and the covers are steady and still. Further delay expected.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Big shame for Pakistan

As if Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 hasn’t been bad enough, if this game is washed out, they will finish LAST in their Champions Trophy group. A fall from grace for the 2017-winners. Still the defending champions, mind you.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Dark clouds

Another report by GeoNews states that dark clouds continue to surround the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Rain is still coming and going, but no work seems to be going on the pitch.

At this rate, we’re heading for an abandoned game.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Big update

As per Geo News, dark clouds are still surrounding the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Groundsmen at the stadium are reportedly NOT working on the ground, but resting instead. Oh dear, and rain has started again.

Seems like the drizzling is on and off, but any chance of play anytime soon seem bleak.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Rain stopped but?

As per reports, rain at Rawalpindi has stopped. However, the pitch conditions are still very wet and patchy, and the covers stay on as well.

Seems like no play will be possible anytime soon, but the rain stopping is definitely a positive.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Inspection time announced

While toss has been delayed, the next time for inspection by the umpires has been announced. It is 2 PM local time (2:30 PM IST).

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: TOSS DELAYED

And there is the first bit of official confirmation. Toss has been delayed at Rawalpindi. No time of inspection has been announced yet, so we keep our fingers crossed for a game today.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Fear of washout

Let’s rewind to the Australia-South Africa game two days ago in Rawalpindi. Not a single ball, not even toss, was possible due to the heavy rain in the city and at the ground.

With heavy rain settling in once more, is Pakistan’s last game also going to suffer the same fate?

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Damp patches

As per reports, umpires have noted damp patches on the pitch and ground in Rawalpindi. A game looks unlikely to get underway anytime soon.

Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 pride at stake here.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: PCB under scanner

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) came under criticism for the weak covering of the ground in rain conditions, with former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif questioning whether the ‘ICC money’ had been used properly.

With Pakistan’s last home game at stake here, they’re definitely under the scanner as efforts to get a game going continue.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: How well is the ground covered?

As per visuals, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is still covered in only the pitch area and surrounding parts. The entire stadium is visibly not covered, and puddles and patchy areas could form quite soon.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Heavy rain in Rawalpindi

Uh-oh. Just terrible news coming in from Rawalpindi, regarding the rain. As per journalist Ahmad Haseeb, it is raining ‘cats and dogs’, just 15 minutes before toss time.

We could be heading for another washout here.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Toss time soon

We are just 20 minutes away from toss. Here’s hoping the rain doesn’t come down in that while and we can have a game going.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Can Bangladesh batting improve?

A major reason behind Bangladesh’s early exit has been the inconsistency of their batting order. While it was the top order that failed vs India, it was the middle order that couldn’t contribute vs NZ.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Pressure on Babar, Rizwan

With their futures in the Pakistan team still undecided, there is big pressure on Babar Azam and captain Mohammad Rizwan to step up today. The two have received a lot of criticism during the Champions Trophy for eating up balls while batting.

Babar scored an 81-ball half-century against NZ, while Rizwan made 46 off 77 balls against India.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Weather forecast

Here is the detailed weather forecast, as per AccuWeather:

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Chance of rain

As per AccuWeather, there is a 91 percent chance of precipation at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium during the day, with a 22 percent chance of thunderstorms.

Not good news.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Fear of rain

We are back at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, which made headlines for all the wrong reasons as the Australia-South Africa game was washed out two days ago. Rain is reported to be a factor once again today.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Can Bangladesh win?

Bangladesh have arguably given both India and NZ a tougher fight than Pakistan managed. Despite posting low totals, Bangladesh have taken both games past the 46th over while defending.

Bangladesh themselves will be terribly disappointed. Having reached the semis of CT 2017, this tournament hasn’t gone to plan.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Why this is so important for Pak

Let’s recall the occasion: First major ICC event on home soil since 1996. That’s the significance that Champions Trophy 2025 holds for Pakistan.

But it has gone terribly. Outclassed by both New Zealand and India, and out of the semi-final race despite having a game to play. The defending champs they are, no less. It must matter so much to Pakistan to win today. Give something to their fans to cheer home about.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Battle for pride!

Both Pakistan and Bangladesh have already been knocked out of the tournament, and will be playing for pride today. Can hosts Pakistan finally win one game on home soil?

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy LIVE: Hello and welcome!

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