Jonathan Trott stressed that ODI world champions Australia would not make the mistake of taking Afghanistan lightly.

With two points from two games, Afghanistan are still in the semifinal race. A win against Australia will take them to four points, which will elevate them to the top two.

LAHORE: Afghanistan is "never going to be taken lightly" by any team after his "resilient" side knocked England out of the Champions Trophy with a memorable win

Afghanistan's performances at the 50-overs and Twenty20 World Cups mean there is no chance of Australia taking them lightly in Friday's Champions Trophy match, particularly with a place in the semi-finals on the line,