In a historic encounter during the ICC Champions Trophy on February 22, 2025, Australia achieved a record-breaking victory over England at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Chasing a formidable target of 352 runs set by England, Australia successfully reached 356/5 in just 47.3 overs, marking the highest successful run chase in ICC ODI tournament history. This feat surpassed Pakistan’s previous record of chasing 345 against Sri Lanka during the 2023 World Cup.
England’s innings was highlighted by Ben Duckett’s remarkable 165 off 143 balls, propelling the team to a total of 351/8. In response, Australia’s Josh Inglis delivered an unbeaten 120 off 86 balls, including eight fours and six sixes, guiding his team to victory. Inglis’s performance not only secured the win but also marked his maiden ODI century.
This achievement also set a new benchmark for the highest team total in Champions Trophy history, with Australia’s 356/5 surpassing the previous record of 347/4 by New Zealand against the USA in 2004.
The match was not without its controversies; a pre-game mishap saw the Indian national anthem mistakenly played instead of Australia’s, leading to an official inquiry by the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Australia’s record-breaking chase underscores their resilience and strategic prowess in high-stakes tournaments, further solidifying their esteemed position in international cricket.
