Afghanistan secured a historic eight-run win over England in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Wednesday to keep their semifinal hopes alive and open up Group B in the race for the semifinals. This was Afghanistan's first-ever win in ICC Champions Trophy and second consecutive victory over Jos Buttler's men in ODIs.

The Champions Trophy 2025 clash between Australia and South Africa was washed out due to torrential rain at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, February 25. The match was crucial for both sides as the win would have sealed either of two teams' spot in the semifinal of the marquee event.

England were knocked out of the Champions Trophy after they suffered an eight-run defeat against tournament debutants Afghanistan in a Group B match on Wednesday.

Joe Root’s 120 went in vain as England suffered a shocking eight-run defeat to Afghanistan, leading to their elimination from the Champions Trophy 2025. Ibrahim Zadran’s record 177 and Azmatullah Omarzai’s five-wicket haul powered Afghanistan to a stunning victory in Lahore.

ENG vs AFG Live Cricket Score, England vs Afghanistan Champions Trophy 2025 Live Score Online: Chasing 326 runs Joe Root did score a sublime 120 however, the Afghan players held their nerve to close out the game,