England and Australia’s cricket teams clashed in the Champions Trophy 2025, with Australia captain Steve Smith winning the toss and opting to bowl first. However, his decision backfired as England posted an impressive 351 runs while batting first. Ben Duckett was the star of the show, scoring a brilliant century, while Joe Root chipped in with a half-century. The Australian bowlers struggled to contain these players, and their efforts ultimately proved futile.
Ben Duckett’s Stellar Performance
Ben Duckett opened the innings for England alongside Phil Salt, who was dismissed for just 10 runs. Wicketkeeper batsman Jamie Smith also failed to make a significant impact, and England found themselves two wickets down for 43 runs. It was then that Duckett and Root took charge, shouldering the responsibility of scoring runs. Initially, they took their time to settle in, but once they found their footing, they began to play more aggressively. Duckett, in particular, was unstoppable, and he didn’t give the Australian bowlers any chance to regain control.
Docket’s Record-Breaking Innings
Duckett’s innings was a masterclass, as he scored 165 runs in just 143 balls, including 17 fours and three sixes. This impressive performance made him the batsman to score the most runs in a Champions Trophy match. He comfortably surpassed the previous record holders, Nathan Astle and Andy Flower, who had both scored 145 runs in the tournament. Duckett’s achievement is all the more remarkable, as he became the first batsman to score 150 or more runs in the Champions Trophy.
The Biggest Innings in Champions Trophy History
Here’s a list of the top batsmen with the biggest innings in the Champions Trophy:
– Ben Docket – 165 runs, 2025
– Nathan Astle – 145 runs, 2004
– Andy Flower – 145 runs, 2002
– Sourav Ganguly – 141 runs, 2000
– Sachin Tendulkar – 141 runs, 1998
– Graeme Smith – 141 runs, 2009
Duckett’s ODI Career
Ben Duckett made his ODI debut for England in 2016 and has since scored a total of 996 runs in 20 matches. His ODI career has been impressive, with three centuries and six half-centuries to his name. His recent performance in the Champions Trophy has cemented his position as a key player in the English team.
