LAHORE – Ben Duckett smashes record-breaking performance with knock of 116* off 143 balls, leading England to a mamoth total of 351/8 in their Champions Trophy clash against Australia at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.
Ben Duckett’s not only anchored Three Lions but also etched his name in history as the first batter to score 150 runs in a Champions Trophy match, surpassing the previous record set in his team’s opening game of the 2025 edition.
The remarkable knock of 30 year old comprises 17 boundaries and 3 maximum, as he reached the milestone in just 132 balls.
Despite wickets falling at the other end, Duckett kept England’s run-rate ticking and ensured his side reached well over 300 runs. His gritty and explosive innings was the highlight of the day, with England now setting Australia a daunting target.
Stage is set for highly anticipated game between arch-rivals Australia and England, and Aussie skipper Steve Smith won the toss and chose to bowl first.
The game, taking place in Lahore, promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams aim to make their mark in the tournament.
With the decision to bowl, Australia will look to capitalize on the conditions and put pressure on the England batting lineup early in the game. As the teams take to the field, all eyes will be on how the bowlers execute their plans against a formidable England side.
The match is set to be a thrilling battle, with both teams boasting strong squads and high expectations.
Squads
Australia: Steve Smith (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey, Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.
England: Jos Buttler (c), Phil Salt, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson.
The match will be broadcast live across multiple platforms globally. Fans in Pakistan can tune in to PTV Sports and Ten Sports, while viewers in India can catch the action on Star Sports and JioHotstar.
