Mohammad Rizwan Pakistan’s captain openly acknowledged the dire situation his team was in regarding their chances of advancing further in the tournament. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Rizwan admitted that Pakistan’s campaign was virtually over, as their qualification now depended on the outcomes of other matches rather than their own performance.
Expressing his frustration, Rizwan highlighted how he preferred having control over his team’s fate rather than relying on external factors. He emphasized that while there was still a mathematical possibility of progressing, it would require a miraculous turn of events in other matches. The wicketkeeper-batsman acknowledged the harsh reality of their position, stating that as a captain, he did not favor such scenarios where his team’s future hinged on other results rather than their own performance on the field.
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His candid remarks reflected the disappointment of the team, which had hoped for a stronger showing but now found itself in a precarious position. Despite the slim chances, Rizwan maintained a glimmer of hope, knowing that his team still had one match left to play, but his overall tone suggested that he accepted Pakistan’s near-exit from the competition.
Pakistan on the Brink of Elimination After Consecutive Defeats
Pakistan stare at the exit sign after back-to-back defeats in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. Their latest came against India on Sunday, as they crashed to a six-wicket loss. Chasing 242 runs, the visitors cruised to 244/4 in 42.3 overs, courtesy of an unbeaten ton by former skipper Virat Kohli (100*).
The tournament is being held in Pakistan, but the organizers scheduled the match in Dubai instead. India didn’t travel to Pakistan due to political tensions between both countries. Pakistan are now bottom of Group A, with two defeats in two matches. They also have a worse net run rate than third-placed Bangladesh, who have played only one match until now.
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