Josh Inglis, Alex Carey Star as Australia Chase Down England's Mammoth Total in Champions Trophy Thriller
Australia pulled off a thrilling run chase in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing their first win in the tournament since 2009. Josh Inglis was the hero of the night, smashing a record-equalling 77-ball century, guiding Australia to a five-wicket victory over England. His incredible knock overshadowed Ben Duckett's historic 165, the highest individual score in the tournament's history.
Duckett’s Masterclass in England’s Strong Total
Coming into the tournament after a string of poor ODI performances, England looked determined to turn things around. Ben Duckett anchored their innings with a sensational 165, showing immense control and stroke play. Partnering with the ever-reliable Joe Root (68), he propelled England to an imposing 351/8 in their 50 overs.
The early overs saw some solid resistance from Australia’s bowlers, with Ben Dwarshuis being the pick of the attack, taking 3/66. However, Duckett’s dominance ensured England had a formidable score on the board.
Australia’s Chase: Inglis and Carey Take Charge
Chasing 352, Australia had a shaky start as Jofra Archer dismissed Travis Head early, followed by Mark Wood removing Steve Smith with a fiery spell. But Matthew Short (63) and Marnus Labuschagne steadied the innings before England spinners Adil Rashid and Liam Livingstone put the brakes on Australia’s scoring.
That’s when Josh Inglis and Alex Carey took charge, countering the spin attack with aggressive stroke play. They targeted Livingstone and Brydon Carse, keeping Australia’s run rate steady. Archer’s return to the attack did little to stop the momentum as dew made gripping the ball difficult. Inglis raced to his fifty, and Carey soon followed suit, forming a match-winning 146-run partnership.
Final Push and Inglis’s Heroics
The chase was nearly complete when Carse broke the partnership, bringing Glenn Maxwell to the crease with 70 still needed. However, the big-hitting duo wasted no time, with Inglis bringing up his sensational 77-ball century—the joint-fastest in Champions Trophy history. Maxwell contributed a rapid 15-ball 32* to finish the chase in 47.3 overs, sealing a memorable five-wicket victory for Australia.
Brief Scores:
England: 351/8 in 50 overs (Ben Duckett 165, Joe Root 68; Ben Dwarshuis 3-66)
Australia: 356/5 in 47.3 overs (Josh Inglis 120*, Alex Carey 69, Matthew Short 63; Adil Rashid 1-47)
Result: Australia won by 5 wickets.
Conclusion
This game will be remembered for Inglis’s masterclass under pressure and Duckett’s record-breaking knock. While England showed signs of improvement, Australia’s ability to handle pressure in a high-scoring chase reaffirmed their dominance in world cricket. With this victory, Australia has sent a strong message to the rest of the tournament contenders.
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