England vs Australia Highlights, Champions Trophy 2025 Match 4: Australia beat England by 5 wickets in the Group B match of the tournament at the Gadaffi Stadium in Lahore on February 22 (Saturday).

Australia secured a commanding five-wicket victory over England in their Champions Trophy 2025 clash, successfully chasing down a daunting 352-run target with 15 balls to spare. Josh Inglis was the star of the show, smashing a brilliant 113 off 84 balls, anchoring Australia's chase with superb stroke play. Glenn Maxwell provided the late flourish, hammering an explosive 31* off 14 deliveries, including two sixes and two fours in the final overs to seal the win.
England had earlier posted 351/8, led by Ben Duckett's century, which highlighted their aggressive approach. However, Australia's well-paced chase ensured England's bowlers had little impact, despite Jofra Archer's efforts (10-0-82-1). Mark Wood and Archer struggled at the death, conceding boundaries in quick succession.
With this win, Australia boosts its chances of progressing further in the tournament, while England is left ruing missed opportunities in the bowling department. The victory shows Australia's depth and finishing prowess.
Josh Inglis has brought up his maiden ODI century in style, smashing a six off Jofra Archer in the 45th over. His brilliant 106*(80) has put Australia in firm control of the chase, with just 34 runs needed off the last 30 balls. Glenn Maxwell (9* off 5) has provided quick runs at the other end, finding boundaries off Mark Wood and keeping the momentum in Australia's favour. With five wickets in hand and Inglis anchoring the innings, England needs something special to turn this around.
Australia 318/5 in 45 overs (Target 352) Josh Inglis 106* Glenn Maxwell 9*
Australia lost a crucial wicket as Alex Carey (69 off 63) departed after a well-made innings, caught by Buttler off Brydon Carse in the 42nd over. This ended a strong partnership, briefly shifting momentum towards England. Josh Inglis remains key, batting on 79*(65), with Glenn Maxwell yet to open his account.
With 80 needed from the last 9 overs, Australia still holds the edge but will need to maintain composure. Carse (6-0-56-1) made the breakthrough, while Livingstone and Rashid have kept things in check. The equation stands at 70 runs off 48 balls
Australia 284/5 in 42 overs (Target 352) Josh Inglis 81* Glenn Maxwell 0*
Josh Inglis reached his half-century in 41 balls, providing stability to Australia's chase. He continued his aggressive approach, finding gaps and picking up boundaries. Inglis struck two fours off Jofra Archer in the 35th over, piercing the field with precision. Partnering with Alex Carey, who is also well-set at 44* off 42 balls, Inglis has pushed Australia to 241/4 after 36 overs. Adil Rashid (1/37 in 8 overs) and Jofra Archer (1/41 in 6 overs) are looking for breakthroughs, but the Australian duo is steering the chase well.
Josh Inglis and Alex Carey have stepped up the tempo, keeping Australia's chase alive with aggressive strokeplay. Carey smashed two fours in Brydon Carse's over, while Inglis continues to rotate the strike well. England desperately need a breakthrough as this partnership grows stronger.
After 32 overs, Australia are 212/4, with Inglis on 43* (37) and Carey on 38* (33). They now need 140 more runs from 108 balls
Josh Inglis and Alex Carey are keeping Australia's chase on track with steady rotation of strike and timely boundaries. Inglis smashed a six off Livingstone, while Carey found two fours to keep the scoreboard moving. England's spinners, Root and Livingstone, have kept things tight, but there's not much turn on offer.
After 28 overs, Australia are 184/4, needing 168 more runs. Inglis is on 34* (29), and Carey is on 20* (17).
CAUGHT & BOWLED! Australia suffer another setback as Matthew Short departs for 63, caught and bowled by Liam Livingstone. The set batter looked to drive a well-tossed-up delivery but ended up hitting it flat and low back to the bowler.
With two wickets falling in quick succession, Australia is losing momentum in the chase. England's spinners continue to tighten their grip, making scoring difficult. Alex Carey walks in to join Josh Inglis as Australia looks to rebuild.
Australia 136/4 in 22.2 overs (Target 352) | Josh Inglis 10* Alex Carey 0* Liam Livingstone 3.2-0-16-1*
OUT! Adil Rashid breaks the growing partnership, dismissing Marnus Labuschagne for 47. The leg-spinner tempted Labuschagne with a tossed-up delivery, and the batter slapped it straight to Jos Buttler at cover. Rashid has been economical, keeping the pressure on Australia's chase. Before the wicket, Labuschagne and Matthew Short rotated the strike well, but boundaries dried up as Liam Livingstone and Rashid kept things tight. Australia now needs another solid stand to stay on track in the chase. Josh Inglis is the new man at the crease
Australia 122/3 in 19.2 overs (Target 352) | Matthew Short 60, Adil Rashid 4.2-0-18-1*
Matthew Short and Marnus Labuschagne have steadied Australia's innings after losing Travis Head and Steve Smith in quick succession. Short reached his second ODI fifty in style, flicking a full delivery to fine leg. He's been the aggressor, striking boundaries fluently, while Labuschagne has rotated the strike well.
Brydon Carse has been expensive, conceding 37 runs in four overs, while Adil Rashid has kept things tight. With both batters set, Australia will look to build a strong platform in the middle overs.
Australia 109/2 in 16 overs (Target 352) Matthew Short 54* Marnus Labuschagne 40*
Australia has moved to 79/2 after 11 overs, keeping up with the required tempo in their chase of 352. The first Powerplay witnessed a record combined total of 149 runs, surpassing the previous Champions Trophy best of 145 between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in 2009.
Marnus Labuschagne has been fluent, racing to 31 off 22 balls, while Matthew Short remains steady at 33 off 33 balls. Labuschagne took advantage of Brydon Carse in the 10th over, finding the boundary four times, including a short-arm pull and a well-timed flick through midwicket. Jofra Archer, returning for a new spell, kept things tight in the 11th over, conceding just three runs.
England's pacers have tested the Australian batters with sheer speed. Mark Wood bowled a fiery spell, averaging 151.2 kph, while Archer (5-0-33-1) has shown signs of returning to his best rhythm. With Australia's chase finely balanced, England will be eager for a breakthrough to slow the scoring rate.
Australia recover after early blows, crossing the 50-run mark with positive intent. Matthew Short led the charge with aggressive stroke play, striking seven boundaries, including a commanding pull off Wood. Labuschagne, after a cautious start, found his rhythm with a couple of well-placed shots, including a fine glance for four. Brydon Carse was introduced into the attack but couldn't break the stand. England continue to apply pressure, but Australia are building a solid partnership.
AUS 57-2 after 8 overs (Target 352) | Short 30(26), Labuschagne 12(11) | Wood 4-0-23-1, Carse 1-0-7-0
England strike twice in two overs to put Australia on the back foot early. Jofra Archer removed the dangerous Travis Head for 6, taking a sharp return catch off a mistimed drive. Mark Wood followed up in the next over, dismissing Steve Smith for 5 as he edged a back-of-a-length delivery straight to Duckett at slip. Marnus Labuschagne has joined Matthew Short at the crease as Australia look to rebuild after these setbacks.
AUS 27-2 after 4.1 overs | Short 12(14), Labuschagne 0(0) | Archer 2-0-13-1, Wood 2-0-14-1
Australia begins their chase positively, reaching 17/0 after 2 overs. Matthew Short found the boundary twice in the opening over, flicking Mark Wood for four down leg and then whipping another past square leg. Travis Head joined the action in the second over, cutting Jofra Archer for a well-placed four. Archer generated good pace but was slightly off with his lines, conceding extras. Both openers look settled as they aim to build a strong platform.
AUS 17-0 after 2 overs (Target 352) | Head 6(4), Short 8(8) | Archer 1-0-7-0
England posted a record-breaking 351/8 against Australia in Lahore, the highest-ever total in Champions Trophy history. Ben Duckett led the charge with a superb 165 off 143 balls, the highest ODI score by an England batter in Pakistan. Joe Root played a crucial supporting role, scoring 68 before falling to Adam Zampa. England looked on course for an even bigger total but lost momentum in the last 10 overs due to Australia's fightback.
Jofra Archer's late cameo, including a six in the final over, pushed England past 350. Marnus Labuschagne, surprisingly bowling at the death, picked up 2/41 in five overs, while Ben Dwarshuis (3/66) was Australia's most successful bowler. Adam Zampa also chipped in with 2/64.
With the pitch slowing down in the latter stages, England will back themselves to defend the total. Australia faces a daunting chase, needing a record-breaking effort to secure victory.
England set a formidable target of 351/8 in their 50 overs against Australia in Lahore, recording the highest-ever total in Champions Trophy history. However, given their momentum at the 30-over mark, they might feel 20 runs short of their expectations.
Ben Duckett was the standout performer, scoring a brilliant 165 off 143 balls, the highest individual ODI score for England in Pakistan. Joe Root also played a crucial role before falling to Adam Zampa. Australia staged a late comeback, slowing the scoring rate and taking key wickets in the latter overs.
Jofra Archer provided a late flourish, smashing a six and a four in the final over bowled by Marnus Labuschagne, who surprisingly bowled at the death and picked up 2/41 in 5 overs. Ben Dwarshuis was Australia's most successful bowler with 3/66, while Adam Zampa took 2/64.
Australia now have a steep chase ahead on a pitch that slowed down in the latter half. Can they pull off a record chase?
Ben Duckett brought up his 150 with a single off Nathan Ellis, getting a well-deserved round of applause. England have now crossed the 300-run mark, reaching 303/5 after 45 overs. Liam Livingstone survived an LBW appeal after an inside edge was detected on review. He remains unbeaten on 13, while Duckett is going strong at 150 off 134 balls.
Earlier, Livingstone launched Marnus Labuschagne for a six over midwicket, but Australia will be pleased with Nathan Ellis keeping things tight, conceding just four runs in the 45th over.
England continues to build their innings, with Ben Duckett leading the charge with a brilliant 144(127)*. He has been well-supported by Jos Buttler, who contributed 23(21) before falling to Glenn Maxwell in the 41st over, caught at deep mid-wicket by Nathan Ellis.
Liam Livingstone has since joined Duckett at the crease, scoring 2(3)* so far. Marnus Labuschagne bowled the latest over, conceding just five runs. England is eyeing a score beyond 350, with Duckett setting a new highest individual score for England in Champions Trophy history.
Key Highlights:
With 8 overs to go, England will look to capitalize on their strong platform for a big finish.
WICKET! Australia struck again as Adam Zampa dismissed Harry Brook for 3. Brook advanced down the track, aiming to loft over cover but mistimed it, slicing the ball to Alex Carey at point.
The wicketkeeper, playing as a fielder, reacted swiftly, diving back to take an excellent catch. This left England at 219-4, with Jos Buttler joining Ben Duckett. Duckett continued his fine knock, finding gaps for runs, but England lost momentum slightly with quick wickets. With 15 overs remaining, they'll aim to rebuild for a strong finish.
Ben Duckett slams a century! He reaches his third ODI ton and second against Australia in style, smashing back-to-back fours off Spencer Johnson.He celebrated passionately as England crossed 210.
However, England lost Joe Root in the previous over, trapped LBW by Adam Zampa for 68. Root reviewed instantly, but ball tracking showed the delivery clipping leg stump-umpire's call, and he had to go. Root looked frustrated, missing out on his first ODI ton since the 2019 World Cup. Harry Brook joined Duckett at the crease as England remained in control.
England move to 191/2 after 29 overs. Ben Duckett (91* off 87) and Joe Root (61* off 68) continue their solid stand. Adam Zampa, returning to the attack, conceded 8 runs in the over. Duckett started with a four, lofting a googly over mid-off. He later picked up a couple and a single, while Root added a single as well. Zampa (5-0-31-0) struggled to break the partnership as England remain in control, building towards a strong total
At the 25-over mark, England stands at 166/2, with Ben Duckett (73 off 71) and Joe Root (54 off 60) keeping the innings steady. The last five overs have seen England accumulate 34 runs, maintaining a measured yet effective scoring rate.
Marnus Labuschagne was introduced in the 25th over, conceding 7 runs in his first over. Duckett continued his composed innings, maneuvering the ball well into the gaps, while Root remained fluent in his stroke play.
Earlier, in the 24th over, Glenn Maxwell kept things tight, conceding just 5 runs as England focused on rotating the strike. Root brought up his 41st ODI fifty in the 23rd over off Ben Dwarshuis, marking his first 50+ score in 11 ODI innings against Australia.
With a solid foundation laid, England will likely look to accelerate in the next phase of the innings.
England continues to build their innings steadily, reaching 129/2 after 19 overs. Ben Duckett (51 off 52) and Joe Root (39 off 43) have put on a solid partnership, ensuring England maintains a strong platform. Duckett brought up his 7th ODI fifty in the 18th over, pulling a slower delivery from Spencer Johnson to the boundary.
The 18th over was productive for England, yielding 10 runs, including two well-placed boundaries. In contrast, Adam Zampa tightened things up in the 19th over, conceding just 3 runs with his clever variations. England's approach looks far more composed than in previous games, showing patience and better shot selection. With 31 overs remaining, they are well-placed to accelerate in the latter half of the innings.
England's innings is stabilizing after early setbacks. Joe Root and Ben Duckett are building a solid partnership, rotating the strike well and punishing loose deliveries. Root found the boundary with a well-placed flick off Nathan Ellis, while Duckett showcased his timing with a lofted drive off Glenn Maxwell.
Ellis and Dwarshuis have kept the pressure on with tight lines, but England's batters are looking comfortable. Maxwell's introduction saw Duckett advancing down the pitch to loft a four, hinting at an aggressive approach. England will look to accelerate from here with wickets in hand.
England 91/2 in 13 overs Ben Duckett 28* Joe Root 24*
Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of another Champions Trophy 2025 match. And it's the big one as the two oldest rivals of cricket are facing off in Lahore.
Sent to bat first, England are currently batting at 55/2 at the end of the 17th overs. Opener Ben Duckett (14*) is on the crease with Joe Root (4*) while Phil Salt (10) and Jamie Smith (15) are back to the pavilion cheaply. Ben Dwarshuis provided both the wickets.
England and Australia resume their storied rivalry as they kick off their Champions Trophy 2025 campaigns against each other in Lahore. The two cricketing giants, drawn into the same group yet again, bring contrasting narratives into this high-stakes encounter. While Australia, the reigning ODI world champions, enter with a restructured squad missing key fast bowlers, England is desperate to reclaim its lost white-ball dominance.
With Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood absent, Australia's bowling attack looks significantly different. Spencer Johnson, Nathan Ellis, Sean Abbott, and Ben Dwarshius step in to fill the void, though their experience in 50-over cricket remains limited. The onus, therefore, falls on Australia's batting, spearheaded by Travis Head, to compensate for any shortcomings with the ball. Steven Smith, standing in as captain for the injured Mitchell Marsh, will be key in managing the lineup and ensuring the team's balance.
For England, the recent struggles in ODIs have been glaring. Their 3-0 series loss to India earlier in the year exposed concerns, particularly against spin. However, a break in the UAE was intended to refresh the squad both mentally and physically. Jos Buttler's return to captaincy adds stability, while Harry Brook, the newly appointed vice-captain, aims to regain his form on Pakistani pitches that have historically suited him. England has also handed Jamie Smith the wicketkeeping duties, pushing Joe Root to No. 4 in a batting order that seeks consistency.
The pitch at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium is expected to be batting-friendly, with high-scoring encounters likely. Historically, dew has not played a major role at this venue in February, but recent rain in the city could slightly alter conditions. England will lean on the express pace of Mark Wood and Jofra Archer to challenge Australia's batters, while leg-spinner Adil Rashid and all-rounder Liam Livingstone will be crucial in controlling the middle overs.
With Australia's recent 2-0 series defeat to Sri Lanka and England's continued struggles in ODIs, both teams have points to prove. England holds a slight edge in Champions Trophy head-to-head encounters (3-2), but Australia has historically risen to the occasion in ICC events. As two cricketing heavyweights clash, expect a contest filled with intensity, tactical battles, and individual brilliance.
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