The International Cricket Council (ICC) has sparked intrigue and anticipation by revealing that the league-stage positions in the ongoing World Cup 2023 will determine the eight teams partaking in the Champions Trophy 2025, leading to nail-biting scenarios for teams across the globe.
While six teams have firmly secured their spots for the 2025 Champions Trophy, the competition intensifies among England, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the Netherlands, vying for the remaining two positions in this fiercely contested tournament in India.
England’s recent resurgence has placed them on the edge of contention. However, a mere win against Pakistan will not suffice. They require both Bangladesh and the Netherlands to face losses and must uphold a strategic net run rate (NRR) advantage to secure their berth.
Bangladesh faces an uphill battle, with their last game against Australia, a dominant force in the tournament. Not only must they aim for a remarkable win, but they must ensure the win significantly bolsters their NRR to remain competitive in the qualification race.
Having finished their league games, Sri Lanka’s fate hinges on considerable losses by two among England, Bangladesh, or the Netherlands, setting an intricate stage for their qualification based on the NRR factor.
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Despite standing at the bottom, the Netherlands’ quest to enter the Champions Trophy is monumental. Their task involves an improbable win against formidable India, coupled with a victory margin surpassing expectations, alongside praying for substantial losses for England or Bangladesh.
