India started the tournament with two strong performances as they defeated Bangladesh and Pakistan both by a six-wicket margin. Rawalpindi: The ICC Champions Trophy semifinal place for India was secured after New Zealand defeated Bangladesh which also removed tournament hosts Pakistan from contention. Alongside India, New Zealand progressed to the semifinals with two wins from two matches in Group A. India secured victories in their opening two matches by defeating Bangladesh and Pakistan both by six wickets. Pakistan needed multiple favorable outcomes following