Afghanistan’s young star Ibrahim Zadran made history with a record-breaking 177-run knock against England in the Champions Trophy. The 23-year-old opener played a sensational innings, guiding Afghanistan to 325/7 in 50 overs. His exceptional performance included 12 fours and six sixes, proving his dominance against a strong English bowling attack.
- Highest individual score in Champions Trophy history
- First Asian batter to score 150+ in Champions Trophy
- Record-breaking individual score for Afghanistan in ICC events
- First Afghan player to score a century in both World Cup and Champions Trophy
- Highest individual score for Afghanistan in ODIs
Ibrahim Zadran’s Major Records
1. Highest Individual Score in Champions Trophy History
Zadran’s 177 runs broke the previous record held by Ben Duckett (165) against Australia. His outstanding century placed him at the top of the highest individual scores in Champions Trophy history.
2. First Asian to Score 150+ in Champions Trophy
Zadran became the first Asian batter to score 150+ runs in the Champions Trophy, surpassing legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly, who had the previous best with 141 runs.
3. Highest Individual Score for Afghanistan in ICC Events
No other Afghan cricketer has ever scored 177 runs in an ICC event. Zadran now holds the record for the highest individual score for Afghanistan in any ICC tournament.
4. First Afghan to Score a Hundred in World Cup and Champions Trophy
With his incredible century, Zadran became the first Afghanistan batter to score a century in both the World Cup and Champions Trophy. His aggressive yet composed batting made him a nightmare for England’s bowlers.
5. Highest Individual Score for Afghanistan in ODIs
Zadran shattered his own record of 162 against Sri Lanka, setting a new benchmark for Afghanistan. He surpassed Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 151 against Pakistan in 2023, making him the highest individual scorer for Afghanistan in ODIs.
Ibrahim Zadran’s Batting Brilliance
Zadran’s knock was a blend of patience, aggression, and precision. His shot selection and ability to rotate the strike allowed Afghanistan to post a competitive total of 325/7. His partnerships with Hashmatullah Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai helped Afghanistan build a strong foundation before launching an explosive finish.
Match Summary
- Runs Scored: 177 off 146 balls
- Fours/Sixes: 12 fours, 6 sixes
- Strike Rate: 121.23
- Total Team Score: 325/7 in 50 overs
Afghanistan’s Rising Star
Zadran’s innings not only secured his place in Afghanistan’s history books but also proved his potential on the international stage. With his growing consistency, cricket fans are eager to see if he will make his way into major leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025).
Why Zadran’s Knock is Special?
- Broke multiple international records
- Played against one of the top-ranked teams
- Showed resilience under pressure
- Strengthened Afghanistan’s reputation in world cricket
Afghanistan continues to rise in international cricket, and Ibrahim Zadran is leading the charge. His remarkable 177-run innings is a statement to the cricketing world that Afghanistan is here to compete with the best.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
Pakistan vs New Zealand - 1st Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs India - 2nd Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs South Africa - 3rd Match, Group B | Australia vs England - 4th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs India - 5th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand - 6th Match, Group A | Australia vs South Africa - 7th Match, Group B | Afghanistan vs England - 8th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs Bangladesh - 9th Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs Australia - 10th Match, Group B | England vs South Africa - 11th Match, Group B | New Zealand vs India - 12th Match, Group A | TBA vs TBA, 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, Final |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams
PAKISTAN | NEW ZEALAND | BANGLADESH | INDIA | AFGHANISTAN | SOUTH AFRICA | AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND
