Champions Trophy: Australia’s Record-Breaking Chase Stuns England; India vs Pakistan Set for High-Stakes Clash

Josh Inglis delivered a breathtaking unbeaten 120 off just 86 balls as Australia scripted history, chasing down a record 352 to defeat England by five wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy. The thrilling encounter in Lahore saw Inglis anchor the innings after Australia stumbled to 27/2 following early setbacks from Jofra Archer and Mark Wood.

His match-winning six off Wood sealed the chase in just 47.3 overs, making it the highest successful run chase in the tournament’s history.

Ben Duckett’s Historic Knock in Vain

England’s Ben Duckett had earlier shattered records with a sensational 165 off 143 balls, marking the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history. His crucial 158-run partnership with Joe Root (68 off 78) laid a strong foundation as England posted a competitive 351/8.

Despite their formidable total, England's bowling attack struggled to contain Australia’s aggressive batting lineup.

Australia’s Chase: Inglis Leads the Charge

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Chasing 352, Australia had a shaky start, losing two early wickets. However, Matthew Short (63 off 66) and Marnus Labuschagne (47 off 45) stabilized the innings before Alex Carey (69 off 63) partnered with Inglis for a match-defining 146-run fifth-wicket stand.

Glenn Maxwell’s explosive 32 off 15 balls added the final flourish as Australia stormed to victory, securing a crucial win in Group B.

With this triumph, Australia climbed to second in the group standings, just behind South Africa, who had earlier crushed Afghanistan by 107 runs. Meanwhile, England now face a do-or-die match against the Proteas to keep their semi-final dreams alive.

India vs Pakistan: The Ultimate Showdown Awaits

All eyes now turn to Dubai, where arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to clash in a highly anticipated Champions Trophy encounter on Sunday. With an expected 25,000-strong crowd and millions watching worldwide, the stakes couldn't be higher.

Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, are under immense pressure after suffering a 60-run defeat to New Zealand in their opening game. Another loss against India would push them to the brink of elimination.

India, on the other hand, come into the match with confidence, having registered a dominant six-wicket win over Bangladesh. With New Zealand currently leading Group A on net run rate, an Indian victory would solidify their path to the semi-finals.

A Match Beyond Cricket

India vs Pakistan is more than just a cricket match—it’s an event that brings passion, history, and high emotions. Both teams will be looking to deliver their best on the grand stage of the Dubai International Stadium.

Stay tuned for all the latest updates on the ICC Champions Trophy, including how to watch the tournament live in Canada and the USA. Don’t miss the biggest games, including India vs Pakistan and India vs New Zealand, as the battle for the semi-finals intensifies.