Josh Inglis, born in Leeds, delivered a heartbreak to England with a blistering century in Lahore, leading Australia to the highest successful run chase in ICC tournament history. Chasing England’s imposing 351/8, Australia found themselves in trouble at 136/4. However, a match-winning 146-run partnership between Inglis and Alex Carey turned the tide.
Carey departed after a well-made 68, but Inglis remained unbeaten on 120, guiding Australia to victory with 2.3 overs and five wickets to spare. Glenn Maxwell provided the finishing touches with a rapid 32* off just 15 balls. This chase surpassed the previous record held by Pakistan, who had overhauled 345 against Sri Lanka in the 2023 ODI World Cup.
It also marked Australia’s second-highest successful chase in ODIs and their highest against England. Additionally, it set a new record for the highest-ever ODI chase on Pakistani soil.
Inglis’ innings was a masterclass in controlled aggression. Facing only 86 deliveries, he struck eight fours and six sixes at a strike rate of 139.53. His century came off just 77 balls, equaling Virender Sehwag’s record for the fastest ton in ICC Champions Trophy history, set against England in 2002.
While Inglis, Maxwell, and Carey played crucial roles, the foundation was laid by Matthew Short (63) and Marnus Labuschagne (47), who stitched together a crucial 95-run stand for the third wicket.
Earlier, England had posted a record total for the ICC Champions Trophy, thanks largely to Ben Duckett’s sensational 165—now the highest individual score in the tournament’s history. Facing 143 balls, Duckett hit 11 fours and one six, anchoring England’s innings. He was well supported by former captain Joe Root, who compiled a patient 68 off 78 balls, sharing a vital 158-run partnership for the second wicket.
Despite England’s batting brilliance, their total proved insufficient in the face of Australia’s fearless chase, with Inglis playing the defining knock of the match.
