England’s Jofra Archer has created history in the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Afghanistan. The fast bowler delivered a fiery spell, making it tough for Afghan batters to survive. With his brilliant performance, Archer became the fastest bowler to reach 50 ODI wickets for England, surpassing James Anderson and Steve Harmison.
- Jofra Archer became England’s fastest to 50 ODI wickets in 30 matches.
- He broke James Anderson’s record (31 matches) and Steve Harmison’s record (32 matches).
- Archer’s early breakthroughs put Afghanistan in trouble.
- England must win this match to stay in the Champions Trophy 2025.
Jofra Archer’s Record-Breaking Feat
Archer reached 50 wickets in just 30 matches, beating Anderson (31 matches) and Harmison (32 matches). His sheer pace and accuracy have been instrumental in England’s bowling attack.
Fastest To 50 ODI Wickets For England:
| Players | Matches |
|---|---|
| Jofra Archer | 30 |
| James Anderson | 31 |
| Steve Harmison | 32 |
Archer Dominates Afghanistan’s Batting Line-Up
England’s fast bowler showed his dominance early in the match. His key wickets included:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (6 off 15) – Dismissed with a brilliant delivery.
- Sediqullah Atal (4 off 4) – Trapped leg-before-wicket.
- Rahmat Shah (4 off 9) – Edged to Adil Rashid.
At the time of writing, Archer had figures of 3/21 in 5 overs, playing a vital role in restricting Afghanistan.
England’s Battle For Champions Trophy Survival
England entered this match under pressure, having lost their opening game. A win against Afghanistan is crucial to keep their tournament hopes alive. A strong bowling performance has given them an advantage, but their batting lineup must step up to secure victory.
What’s Next?
England aims to capitalize on their strong start and secure a convincing win. If they chase down Afghanistan’s total effectively, they will improve their net run rate and strengthen their qualification chances. With Archer leading the bowling attack, England looks determined to keep their title hopes alive.
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