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Australia and England Enter the 2025 Champions Trophy with Concerns
Despite being the winners of the last two ICC ODI tournaments, Australia and England enter the 2025 Champions Trophy with minimal momentum. Australia, in particular, suffered two heavy defeats in Sri Lanka recently, which would dent the confidence of any team. The situation is further complicated by the absence of several first-choice players, raising concerns about their prospects in the tournament.
Australia’s recent form in ODIs has been poor, having lost their last four matches without crossing the 200-run mark in any of them. While their batting unit, featuring Travis Head, stand-in captain Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, and Glenn Maxwell, will be relieved to play at a venue that has produced 300-plus scores lately, the real test lies in their bowling attack. For the first time since the 2016 T20 World Cup, Australia will be participating in an ICC event without their premier pace trio of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood. While they have won the Champions Trophy twice before, their recent record in the competition is unimpressive, having failed to register a single victory in the last two editions.
England, on the other hand, do not have major injury concerns but still find themselves in a difficult position. Like Australia, their batters will welcome the batting-friendly conditions in Pakistan, especially after a tough series in India. Their 2023 ODI World Cup title defense did not go as planned, and with Brendon McCullum recently taking charge of the white-ball team, both he and captain Jos Buttler will be under scrutiny if England suffers another early exit.
England are aiming to join the elite group of teams that have won all three major ICC white-ball tournaments, with the Champions Trophy being the only missing silverware. A strong start against their arch-rivals would be ideal, especially in a short tournament where an early loss could severely impact qualification chances.
Match Details
When: Australia vs England, February 22, 2025, 2:30 PM IST
Where: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Conditions: The pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, similar to the recent tri-series. The weather is likely to be warm.
Team News
Australia
The composition of Australia's bowling attack will be closely observed, with Adam Zampa being the most experienced bowler in the squad, expected to lead from the front.
Probable XI: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steve Smith (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey (WK), Aaron Hardie, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
England
England are expected to maintain their aggressive batting approach. Captain Jos Buttler has confirmed Jamie Smith’s promotion to No.3 as a "free hit," while Joe Root moving to No.4 is aimed at strengthening the middle order after struggles in India.
Playing XI: Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (WK), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
Quotes
"He's got the technical and tactical ability, but one of his biggest strengths is his mindset. Nothing seems to faze him. I think you could ask him to bat anywhere in the order, and he’d handle it well." – Jos Buttler on Jamie Smith’s promotion.
Squads
Australia: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Steven Smith (C), Josh Inglis (WK), Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Tanveer Sangha, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey
England: Philip Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (WK), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Jamie Overton, Saqib Mahmood, Tom Banton, Gus Atkinson
Highest Successful Chase in ICC Tournament History! 🚀
Chasing a massive target, most would expect Head or Smith to take charge, given their experience in high-pressure games. But Australia once again proved why they dominate ICC tournaments. They thrive on the big stage, rising to the occasion when it matters the most. Pressure? Doesn't seem like they even know what that means!
Historic Win for Australia!
This is the highest successul chase in all ICC tournaments.
What a win for Australia!
Australia batters pulled out a phenomenal performance and chased down the mammoth target of 352!
Score after 48 overs
AUS 348-5
Score after 46 overs
AUS 329-5
Match getting close!
Australia needs 24 runs from 27 balls. Do you think they will be able to win?
Maiden ODI ton for Josh Inglis!
Josh Inglis brings up his maiden ODI ton in style!
Fastest 100s in Champions Trophy (by balls)
77 Virender Sehwag vs Eng Colombo RPS 2002
77 Josh Inglis vs Eng Lahore 2025 *
80 Shikhar Dhawan vs SA Cardiff 2013
87 Tillakaratne DIlshan vs SA Centurion 2009
Australian batters to smash Century in ICC Champions Trophy 🏆:
- Ricky Ponting vs ENG @ Centurion, 2009 Semi-Finals
- Shane Watson vs ENG @ Centurion, 2009 Semi-Finals
- Shane Watson vs ENG @ Centurion, 2009 Finals
- *Josh Inglis vs ENG @ Lahore, 2025*
Score after 35 overs
AUS 234-4
Worst ER in middle overs (11-40) in ODIs since Carse's debut (100+ overs)
6.25 Brydon Carse
5.95 Lungi Ngidi
5.88 Glenn Phillips
5.86 Kartik Meiyappan
5.82 Rachin Ravindra
Score after 25 overs
AUS 156-4
Livingstone removes Matthew Short!
Matthew Short drives a tossed-up delivery straight back to the bowler, and Livingstone takes a sharp catch. Australia lose their set batter as Short departs for 63.
Australia Keeping the Scoreboard Moving!
After 18 overs: AUS 118/2
✅ Marnus Labuschagne: 45(39)*
✅ Matthew Short: 58(58)*
A solid platform being built! Can they accelerate from here?
Building the Momentum!
After 17 overs: AUS 114/2
✅ Matthew Short: 57(54)*
✅ Marnus Labuschagne: 42(37)*
The duo keeps Australia in control with a steady stand!
Australia Going Strong!
After 16 overs: AUS 109/2
✅ Matthew Short: 54(51)
✅ Marnus Labuschagne: 40(34)
The partnership is growing, keeping the scoreboard ticking!
Steady Stand for Australia!
After 15 overs: AUS 103/2
Matthew Short: 52(48)*
Marnus Labuschagne: 36(31)*
A solid partnership building momentum!
Half-Century in Style!
Matthew Short brings up his second ODI fifty with a classy flick to fine leg! A well-constructed knock under pressure!
Score after 11 overs
Australia: 79-2
Marnus Labuschagne 31*(22), Matthew Short 33*(33)
Score after 10 overs
Australia: 76-2
Marnus Labuschagne 30*(20), Matthew Short 31*(29)
Smith vs Wood in ODIs
10 innings
87 balls
61 runs
Four dismissals
Avg 15.25
SR 70.11
Score after 9 overs
Australia: 62-2
Matthew Short 31*(29), Marnus Labuschagne 16*(14)
Score after 8 overs
Australia: 57-2
Matthew Short 30*(26), Marnus Labuschagne 12*(11)
Score after 7 overs
Australia: 50-2
Matthew Short 30*(24), Marnus Labuschagne 5*(7)
Score after 6 overs
Australia: 43-2
Matthew Short 24*(20), Marnus Labuschagne 4*(5)
Score after 5 overs
Australia: 31-2
Marnus Labuschagne 4*(5), Matthew Short 12*(14)
England creates history!
England have recorded the highest ever total (351/8) in Champions Trophy history now!
Prev highest: 347/4 by NZ vs U.S.A. @ The Oval in 2004
Highest totals in Champions Trophy
351/8 Eng vs Aus Lahore 2025
347/4 NZ vs USA The Oval 2004
338/4 Pak vs Ind The Oval 2017
331/7 Ind vs SA Cardiff 2013
323/8 Eng vs SA Centurion 2009
Score after 45 overs
ENG 303-5
Ben Duckett Reaches 150
A fine knock from Duckett! He nudges a shortish delivery wide outside off and benefits from a misfield to reach the milestone. Raises his bat to acknowledge the applause—an innings of great control and timing!
England crossed 300!
England batters have managed to cross 300 in the 44th over. Do you think they'll be able to cross 350?
Score after 44 overs
ENG 299-5
Ben Duckett nearing 150
Ben Duckett is currently playing at 146 after playing 126 deliveries
Score after 42 overs
ENG 285-5
Maxwell gets Buttler!
Glenn Maxwell dismissed Jos Buttler for 23
Highest scores for England in Champions Trophy
134*Ben Duckett vs Aus Lahore 2025
133*Joe Root vs Ban The Oval 2017
119 Marcus Trescothick vs Zim Colombo RPS 2002
104 Andrew Flintoss vs SL Southampton 2004
104 Marcus Trescothick vs WI The Oval 2004
Score after 39 overs
England: 258/4
Score after 37 overs
ENG 241-4
Harry Brook Departs as Zampa Strikes
Big breakthrough for Australia! Zampa lures Brook into the drive with a tossed-up delivery, and the batter charges down but only manages an edge. Carey takes another clean catch behind the stumps. England in trouble with two quick wickets!
Score after 33 overs
England: 216/3
Score after 32 overs
England: 210/3
100 for Duckett!
Third ODI ton for Ben Duckett, his second against Australia
Joe Root Out!
Adam Zampda dismissed Root. He is out after a decent knock of 68
Score after 29 overs
England: 191/2
Score after 27 overs
England: 179/2
Score after 25 overs
England: 166/2
Fifty for Root!
Joe Root brings up his 41st fifty in ODI cricket!
Score after 20 overs
England: 132/2
Score after 15 overs
England: 108/2
Score after 12 overs
England: 87/2
Score after 11 overs
England: 80/2
Score after 10 overs
England: 73/2
Score after 9 overs
England: 64/2
Jamie Smith Falls to Dwarshuis' Clever Bowling
That’s a big wicket! Jamie Smith looked in good touch with those three boundaries, but Dwarshuis strikes again, making it his second scalp of the game. A soft dismissal as Smith couldn’t get the elevation on his drive, and Carey makes no mistake with a simple catch at mid-on. Australia tightening the screws here!
Score after 5 overs
England: 42/1
Dwarshuis strikes!
Phil Salt out for 10 runs
Teams:
Australia (Playing XI): Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis(w), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
England (Playing XI): Philip Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith(w), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler(c), Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
National Anthems Underway
The stage is set as the flags are spread, and the match officials, players, and mascots march out for the national anthems—England first, followed by Australia.
A bit of history here: England last played an ODI in Pakistan way back in December 2005. Meanwhile, Australia will be eager to break their Champions Trophy drought, having failed to win a single match in the last two editions, with three losses and three no results. Can they turn things around today?
Australia Win the Toss and Elect to Field
Australia have won the toss and decided to bowl first against England. A crucial decision considering the conditions—will their bowlers make early inroads, or will England put up a strong total? An exciting contest awaits!
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