On the 25th of February 2025, the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 hosted an enthralling encounter between the Australia National Cricket Team and the South Africa National Cricket Team. The much anticipated clash with rain playing spoilsport, the match was not played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium even though a ball was not bowled. Even though the match did not occur, it made a difference for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table with reference to Group B. With that, both Australia and South Africa picked up one point each and remained in the semi final picture. So let’s take a further look at how the australian men’s cricket team vs south africa national cricket team standings have been affected due to this washout.
Australia vs South Africa Match Summary Gets Washed Out
The Australia-South Africa match is expected to be one of the best matches of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The match was however abandoned without a delivery bowled after rain delays and unfavourable weather put paid to the match.
Here’s a quick recap of what happened on matchday:
| Event | Details |
| Date | February 25, 2025 |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium |
| Match Number | 7 |
| Teams | Australia vs South Africa |
| Match Result | Abandoned (No play due to rain) |
| Points Awarded | Both teams got 1 point each |
| Impact on Standings | South Africa remains at No.1 in Group B |
South Africa and Australia are now the top two sides in Group B with the washout meaning England and Afghanistan now face the fight for first though.
Updated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 consists of two groups (Group A & Group B). There are four teams in each group and the two teams from each group who finish in the top two places will go on to the semi finals.
As it’s a washout between Australia and South Africa, let’s check the latest points table.
Group A Points Table (Updated as of February 25, 2025)
| Rank | Team | Matches Played (M) | Wins (W) | Losses (L) | No Result (N/R) | Points (PT) | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
| 1 | New Zealand | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +0.863 |
| 2 | India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +0.647 |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.443 |
| 4 | Pakistan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.087 |
Key Takeaways from Group A:
- With 4 points each, India and New Zealand are leading on the NRR and have strong NRR.
- Their 0 points has officially put Bangladesh and Pakistan out of the race of making it to semi-finals.
Group B Points Table (Updated as of February 25, 2025)
| Rank | Team | Matches Played (M) | Wins (W) | Losses (L) | No Result (N/R) | Points (PT) | Net Run Rate (NRR) |
| 1 | South Africa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +2.14 |
| 2 | Australia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | +0.475 |
| 3 | England | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.475 |
| 4 | Afghanistan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -2.14 |
Key Takeaways from Group B:
- South Africa is No.1 with a shade better NRR of +2.14.
- The second place for Australia is 3 points.
- England and Afghanistan now have to win to stay in the tournament.
- As the group stage battle for a place in the semis heats up, the group stage lasts only has one more round to play.
South Africa and Australia last Match Update
This will be the last time South Africa and Australia face each other in an ODI match as the two teams faced each other during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Semi-Final on November 16, 2023 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Australia made it through a thrilling contest by 3 wickets.
Match Summary: South Africa vs Australia (November 16, 2023, ICC World Cup Semi-Final)
| Event | Details |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Match Type | ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Semi-Final |
| Toss | South Africa won, elected to bat |
| South Africa Total Score | 212 all out (49.4 overs) |
| Top Scorer (SA) | David Miller – 101 (116) |
| Best Bowler (AUS) | Mitchell Starc – 3/34 |
| Australia Total Score | 215/7 (47.2 overs) |
| Top Scorer (AUS) | Travis Head – 62 (48) |
| Best Bowler (SA) | Gerald Coetzee – 2/37 |
| Match Result | Australia won by 3 wickets |
Australia and South Africa ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Result
The match between Australia and South Africa was washed out and the England vs Afghanistan match has now become a virtual knockout.
Upcoming Matches in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
| Date | Match | Venue |
| February 27, 2025 | England vs Afghanistan | Rawalpindi |
| March 1, 2025 | India vs New Zealand | Karachi |
| March 3, 2025 | Australia vs England | Lahore |
| March 4, 2025 | South Africa vs Afghanistan | Lahore |
The match between England v Afghanistan will be important as the team which loses will be virtually out of contention.
Conclusion
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has managed to present some moments with great excitement and the race for the semi finals is in full flow. However, South Africa and Australia remain favorites to come out of Group B. Group A consists of India and New Zealand. England and Afghanistan need to win their remaining games to keep their hopes alive. In the times ahead, fans will be treated to some brilliant cricket as the matches with more high stakes are being lined up. Stay tuned for further updates! This is the Australian Men’s Cricket Team Vs South Africa National Cricket Team Standings.
FAQs
Due to continuous rain in Rawalpindi, no play was possible and the match was called off.
Australia and South Africa stay on top of Group B each on one point.
Group A Leader: New Zealand (4 points, +0.863 NRR)
Group B Leader: South Africa (3 points, +2.14 NRR)
Already gone from Group A are Bangladesh and Pakistan, while England and Afghanistan from Group B must win their following matches to have a chance
remaining.
England vs Afghanistan match on February 27, 2025 has turned into a virtual knockout game.
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