“Inglis’s Redemption Ton powers Australia against England in Champions Trophy and seals a historic chase.”
In one of the breath-holding encounters in ICC Champions Trophy history, Australia was able to achieve a record ‘run chase’ against England because of Inglis’s maiden century. While chasing a phenomenal score of 337, the Australians achieved that with 10 balls remaining to be bowled. This heroic innings has left the spectators at The Oval breathless, who are now prepared for the replenishing Champions Trophy 2025 campaign.
Duckett Masterclass in Vain
Ben Duckett also stole some limelight from the competition with a remarkable 165 on 142 balls while smashing 18 boundaries and 4 sixes to add for his career best score. The aggressive innings single handedly took England to 336/7 alongside Skipper Buttler who made 52 runs in just 39 balls. At one point, it did seem like England’s total is insurmountable until Australia’s underbelly made it happen.
Inglis’s Redemption Arc: From Backup to Hero
Inglis is a name that does not get recognition in Australian cricketing circles. But now, the 29-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has well and truly positioned himself at the frontline. In his 15th ODI match, Inglis showcased his abilities with a phenomenal knock of 132 runs from 110 balls. He and Steven Smith had a partnered 153 runs together, but it was running which saw Australia through the finish line. By the end of the match, Inglis’s team was overtaking the English side by an eye-popping achievement.
Now we can finally understand why Inglis is saying, “I have waited for years to switch on my English side of cricket,” because scoring against the English was a different ball game altogether.
A Nail-Biting Finale
With three overs to go, the Australians only needed 28 runs. Stoinis showcased the poise needed, ringing in a cool 29 with only 14 balls. On the other hand, Reece Topley collapsed like the rest England players, proving that the Australian middle batting order built a firm wall against the English attacking side.
Why This Victory Matters
In Australia’s first few attempts to chase the record score, they faced issues in fully accepting the world ever tournament. Now after the chase, England looks like the underdogs. England had been relying on individual players but forgot the base fundamentals of protecting their title.
What Comes After This?
After Australia secured their win, they are now at the top of Group A and England is scheduled to play New Zealand in a crucial match. The Champions Trophy 2025 is a fierce competition and this match proves that no matter what, England vs Australia will have an enticing rivalry that will capture the fans’ attention.
Incredible Australia’s Champions Trophy History Achievement: Australia’s 337/5: The Highest Match Winning Score and the Most Successful Chase.
Inglis: The first Australian to score a maiden ODI century against England in 2007.
Duckett’s 165: An English player’s record individual score attributed in the tournament.
Fans now are left wondering all around the globe, Is this the year Australia captures the champions trophy again?
