Updated Champions Trophy Standings after SA crush AFG
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is off to a thrilling start, with South Africa making a statement by defeating Afghanistan by 107 runs in their opening match. The convincing win has seen the Proteas climb to the top of the Group B standings, while the Afghans are left reeling with a poor net run-rate.
The match, played at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, saw South Africa post a competitive total of 312/7 after being put in to bat by Afghanistan. In response, the Afghans managed to score only 205 runs, falling short of the target by a significant margin.
The victory has given South Africa a crucial boost, and they now sit atop the Group B standings with a net run-rate of +2.140. Afghanistan, on the other hand, has a net run-rate of -2.140, which makes their chances of progressing to the next stage of the tournament rather bleak.
The other two teams in Group B, Australia and England, are yet to play a match. Australia will take on England in their opening encounter on Friday, which could have a significant impact on the standings. However, for now, South Africa has set the tone for the group stage, and Afghanistan will need to regroup and refocus if they are to make a comeback.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is a tournament that is fiercely contested by the top eight teams in the world, and every match is crucial. The competition is expected to intensify in the coming days, and fans can expect thrilling matches and exciting finishes.
Here’s a look at the updated standings after the first match:
Group B
- South Africa – 2 points, Net Run-Rate +2.140
- Afghanistan – 0 points, Net Run-Rate -2.140
- Australia – 0 points, Net Run-Rate 0.000 (yet to play a match)
- England – 0 points, Net Run-Rate 0.000 (yet to play a match)
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is a tournament that has seen some thrilling matches in the past, and this year is shaping up to be just as exciting. With top-class teams and players vying for the coveted trophy, fans can expect some thrilling encounters.
In conclusion, South Africa’s convincing win over Afghanistan has given them a great start to the tournament, and they will look to build on this momentum in their next match. Afghanistan, on the other hand, will need to regroup and refocus if they are to make a comeback. The tournament is still in its early stages, and anything can happen. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025!
