Cricket fans, it's time for the most crucial battle of the tournament yet! Afghanistan and Australia face off in a do-or-die contest – the winner goes straight to the semi-finals, while the loser goes home. The pressure is at its peak, and the stakes couldn’t be higher!
If you’re new to this contest, don’t worry, just check the announcement blog or participate by reading this blog 🔽
🌍 Afghanistan’s Dream Run
Afghanistan has stunned the world in this tournament! They started with a loss to South Africa, falling short in all departments, and then fought valiantly against England in a nail-biting match. Their key players, Azmat Omarzai’s exceptional bowling and Ibrahim Zadran’s explosive batting, carried them with an amazing win against England. But now, they stand against a mighty Australian side – can they create history?
🌍 Australia’s Road to Glory
The five-time world champions, Australia, have been dominant as expected. Their journey saw a convincing win over England, powered by Ben Dwarhuis’s lethal pace and Josh Inglis’s steady batting. They are known for handling high-pressure games, but can they stop the Afghan dream?
🔮 Who Will Triumph?
Will Afghanistan’s fearless approach take them to their first-ever Champions Trophy semi-final, or will Australia’s experience and firepower crush their hopes?
Comment below with your predictions – only the team name (Afghanistan or Australia)!
🏏 Contest Rules
✅ One entry per person – Multiple entries = Disqualification 🚫
✅ Deadline: Predictions must be submitted before match start – February 28, 2025, at 2:30 PM (UTC) ⏳
✅ No edits allowed – Your first comment is final!
✅ Strict format: Only the team name (Afghanistan or Australia) – no extra text!
Example for prediction comment:
1️⃣ AUSTRALIA
Remember: No extra text in your prediction comment, just the name of the team you think will win.
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📊 Champions Trophy 2025 Standings
| 🏏 Team | 🏟 Matches | ✅ Wins | ❌ Losses | N/R | 📊 NRR | 🔢 Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2.140 | 3 |
| Australia | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +0.475 | 3 |
| Afghanistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | -0.990 | 2 |
| England | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -0.305 | 0 |
🟢 Winner of this match qualifies for the semi-finals!
🏆 Who Will Take the Glory?
This is it, a battle for survival. Afghanistan is on the verge of history, while Australia is determined to continue their legacy. Will we see an underdog story or a champion’s dominance?
Drop your predictions below! Let the battle begin! 🎯🔥
🏆 Winner & Prize Distribution
Special thanks to @hivepakistan and @talesfrmthecrypt for sponsoring this contest and making it possible! The top predictor will take home:
🥇 1st Place (Highest Score): 100 Hive & 10 PAKX
🎯 In case of a tie: the prize will be equally split among top scorers.
🌟 Your chance to shine! 🌟 Predict, earn points, and climb the leaderboard in this thrilling contest! Will you be the ultimate cricket predictor? 🎖️