England’s Ben Duckett delivered a stellar performance, smashing 165 runs to set a new record for the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history.
The 30-year-old propelled England to a formidable total of 351/8 in their Group B match against Australia at Gaddafi Stadium. Despite early setbacks, Duckett’s partnership with Joe Root (68) helped stabilize the innings.
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Duckett countered Australia’s bowlers with confidence, breaking the previous record while building key partnerships. His innings ended in the 48th over, but his dominance had already secured England’s strong position.
Australia now faces a daunting chase, with England aiming to defend their total and continue their impressive start in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
