Australia registered the highest-ever profitable run chase in ICC Champions Trophy historical past, overpowering England by 5 wickets in an exciting Group B encounter on the Gaddafi Stadium. Chasing a frightening goal of 352, Australia rode on a scintillating century from Josh Inglis to script a historic win with 15 balls to spare.
Ben Duckett’s masterclass propels England to a giant whole
England, after being put in to bat, posted an imposing 351/8 of their 50 overs, courtesy of a powerful 165-run knock by Ben Duckett. The left-hander dominated the Australian bowling assault, smashing 17 fours and three sixes in his 143-ball innings. Joe Root supplied strong assist with a composed 68 off 78 balls, whereas cameos from Jos Buttler (23 off 21) and Jofra Archer (21 off 10) pushed England previous the 350-run mark.
For Australia, Ben Dwarshuis (3/66) was the choose of the bowlers, whereas Adam Zampa (2/64) and Marnus Labuschagne (2/41) chipped in with essential breakthroughs.
Josh Inglis and Alex Carey steer Australia to historic chase
In response, Australia suffered early blows as Travis Head (6) and Steve Smith (5) departed cheaply. Nonetheless, Matthew Brief (63) and Marnus Labuschagne (47) steadied the innings with essential contributions. The momentum shifted dramatically when Inglis launched a panoramic counterattack, blasting 120 off simply 86 balls, which included eight fours and 6 towering sixes.
Alex Carey performed a pivotal supporting function, crafting a fluent 69 off 63 balls, whereas Glenn Maxwell’s explosive 32 off 15 deliveries ensured Australia crossed the end line in emphatic vogue.
Regardless of the presence of tempo aces Jofra Archer (1/82) and Mark Wooden (1/75), England’s bowlers discovered it troublesome to comprise Australia’s aggressive batting show. Adil Rashid (1/47) and Liam Livingstone (1/47) bowled economically, however the lack of breakthroughs within the center overs price England dearly.
Australia’s profitable chase of 352 is now the highest-ever in ICC Champions Trophy historical past, surpassing earlier data and cementing their repute as a dominant power within the match. Inglis, together with his match-winning century, was named Participant of the Match for his heroic effort.
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Right here is how followers reacted:
To be honest that’s an unbelievable chase by the Aussies .. #ChampionsTrophy2025
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) February 22, 2025
An unbelievable 💯 from Josh Inglis retains Australia alive within the chase 🫡#ChampionsTrophy #AUSvENG pic.twitter.com/cY9wMWokNA
— ICC (@ICC) February 22, 2025
Incredible fifty by sadda 🦁 Josh Inglis, bringing again Australia within the sport. 🔥
Abhi to Massive Present aana baaki hai 😌#JoshInglis #ENGvAUS #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/hrU98qHbwP
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) February 22, 2025
77 BALL HUNDRED BY JOSH INGLIS IN A 352 RUN CHASE. 🤯
– One of many best knocks whereas chasing in CT historical past! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/vw7dwxbLmZ
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 22, 2025
Josh inglis 💛🔥#ENGvsAUS | #JoshInglis pic.twitter.com/eHiql5bJg8
— Zubair S. (@mzubair_56) February 22, 2025
🚨 MAIDEN ODI CENTURY FOR JOSH INGLIS…!!!!
– Wow, what a superb innings by Inglis, and what a stage to get your first ODI hundred! 100 off 77 balls, with 8 fours and 4 sixes, and nonetheless going sturdy. pic.twitter.com/6YtYcmTHlo
— Nawaz 🇵🇰 (@Rnawaz31888) February 22, 2025
JOSH INGLIS – WHAT A HUNDRED.
– He performed one of many Biggest Hundred within the Champions Trophy Historical past. pic.twitter.com/xFFueBBSMK
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) February 22, 2025
An innings full of sophistication, temperament, and character.
Stepping up when his group wanted him probably the most!
Take a bow Josh! 🔥🏏#JoshInglis #ENGvsAUS pic.twitter.com/ikDMEsjiC1
— Rana Husnain Aleem (@husnain19X) February 22, 2025
Josh Inglis taking part in a loopy knock. What a participant… Ridiculously good. 🤩🔥#ENGvsAUS pic.twitter.com/A1nXgLmeW1
— Yash MSdian ™️ 🦁 (@itzyash07) February 22, 2025
Josh “The MIGHTY” Inglis pic.twitter.com/wbjzU1Set6
— Zubair Shakeel Wani (@ZubiTalks) February 22, 2025
An unbelievable 💯 from Josh Inglis retains Australia alive within the chase 🫡#ChampionsTrophy #AUSvENG#GoodBadUgly#20lakhPMawasInMaharashtra#प्रदूषित_जोजरी_से_जीवन_बचाओ#ENGvsAUS pic.twitter.com/DtIycg6Nqg
— Adri Sharma (@viraltweet___) February 22, 2025
Josh Inglis,Actually wasn’t aware of ur sport.Although u had been one other BBL bully firstly however proved u aren’t.Incredible century that.Chasing 352 in opposition to assault just isn’t a joke 🔥#ENGvsAUS
— Dinesh right here 🙋♂️🇿🇦 (@dinesh_offl_06) February 22, 2025
