Australia secured a dominant five-wicket victory over England in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Josh Inglis played a match-winning knock, scoring an unbeaten 120 runs off 86 balls. His incredible performance helped Australia chase down England’s 351-run target with 15 balls to spare.
- Josh Inglis scored 120 off 86 balls*, leading Australia to victory.
- Steve Smith joked about Inglis’ British heritage after the match.
- Alex Carey supported Inglis with a solid 69-run innings.
- Ben Duckett scored a career-best 165 runs for England.
Steve Smith’s Funny Remark on Josh Inglis’ English Roots
After the match, Australian captain Steve Smith praised Josh Inglis and Alex Carey for their remarkable performances. During the presentation, English commentator Michael Atherton jokingly asked if Inglis still carried his British passport.
Smith laughed and replied:
“I don’t know if Josh still has an English passport. But he’s not going anywhere!”
Josh Inglis’ Journey from England to Australia
Josh Inglis was born in England and moved to Australia with his family at the age of 14. He recently made his Test debut for Australia and celebrated it with an impressive 102-run innings.
England’s Strong Start with the Bat
England posted a challenging 351-8 in 50 overs. Their innings was powered by Ben Duckett, who smashed a career-best 165 runs. Joe Root also contributed with a steady 68 off 78 balls.
England’s Top Performers:
- Ben Duckett – 165 runs
- Joe Root – 68 runs
- Ben Dwarshuis – 3 wickets for 66 runs
- Joe Root (as a bowler) – 2 wickets for 64 runs
Josh Inglis & Alex Carey Lead Australia’s Chase
Australia faced early trouble at 27-2 before Matthew Short played a counter-attacking half-century. The turning point came when Josh Inglis and Alex Carey built a 146-run partnership, securing Australia’s comfortable win.
Australia’s Top Performers:
- Josh Inglis – 120 off 86 balls*
- Alex Carey – 69 off 63 balls
- Matthew Short – 50+ runs
Australia’s Commanding Win
With this victory, Australia demonstrated their strength in the tournament. Josh Inglis emerged as the hero, proving his worth in high-pressure situations.
Match Summary
| Team | Score | Top Scorer | Best Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| England | 351-8 | Ben Duckett (165) | Ben Dwarshuis (3-66) |
| Australia | 352-5 | Josh Inglis (120*) | Joe Root (2-64) |
Australia’s win sets a strong tone for their upcoming matches in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
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