Champions Trophy Thriller: Australia Hunts Down 352 in Style, England Stunned
Josh Inglis’ Heroics Power Australia to Highest-Ever Run Chase in Champions Trophy
Australia scripted history in the 2025 Champions Trophy with a record-breaking run chase against England. The Aussies successfully chased down a daunting 352-run target in just 47.3 overs, securing a five-wicket victory. Josh Inglis emerged as the match-winner, sealing the win with a six off Mark Wood’s delivery.
Playing at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Australia opted to bowl first after winning the toss. England put up a formidable total of 351/8 in 50 overs, setting the highest-ever score in the tournament’s history. However, Australia responded in style, shattering the record in the very next innings.
Josh Inglis anchored the chase with an unbeaten 120 off 86 balls. Supporting knocks from Alex Carey (69 off 63), Matthew Short (63 off 66), and Marnus Labuschagne (47 off 45) ensured Australia’s dominance.
For England, Ben Duckett played a sensational knock, scoring 165 off 143 balls, including 17 fours and 3 sixes. Joe Root contributed a half-century (68 runs), while Jos Buttler added 23. Adam Zampa and Ben Dwarshuis picked up two wickets each for Australia.
Playing XI
England (ENG): Jos Buttler (C), Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (WK), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.
Australia (AUS): Steve Smith (C), Matthew Short, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (WK), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.
