Australia secured their spot in the Champions Trophy semi-finals after their final Group B match against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
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In the match, Afghanistan posted a total of 273 runs, with notable contributions from Sediqullah Atal (85) and Azmatullah Omarzai (67). Australia was chasing this target and had reached 109 for 1 in 12.5 overs, with Travis Head scoring 59 not out, when heavy rain halted play. The soaked outfield led officials to call off the match, resulting in no result being declared.
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This outcome allowed Australia to advance to the semi-finals with four points, including two from abandoned matches. Afghanistan remains mathematically alive, relying on other results, particularly a required large-margin win by England against South Africa, who also have semi-final hopes.
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This match marked the first ODI encounter between the teams since Glenn Maxwell's historic double century in Mumbai in 2023.
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Australia will face either India or New Zealand in the semi-finals, depending on the remaining group stage outcomes. This result adds further excitement to the tournament as teams brace for a crucial match between South Africa and England.
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