5 CT Best

The Champions Trophy 2025 group stage has ended, delivering some of the most thrilling performances in cricket. The tournament, hosted in Pakistan and the UAE, has seen extraordinary displays of batting and bowling. Some players dominated with the bat, while others spun magic with the ball, guiding their teams to crucial victories. Here are the top five performances that stood out in the group stage of this exciting event.

5. Josh Inglis – 120 (86) vs England*

Josh Inglis played a match-winning knock for Australia against England in Lahore. Chasing 352 runs, Inglis came at number five and scored an unbeaten 120 off 86 balls, leading his team to a crucial victory. His innings included eight fours and six sixes, striking at 139.53. This performance proved vital for Australia as rain affected their other group-stage games.

4. Varun Chakravarthy – 5/42 (10) vs New Zealand

India’s Varun Chakravarthy played just one match in the Champions Trophy 2025, but his performance against New Zealand in Dubai was unforgettable. He took five wickets for 42 runs in his 10-over spell, dismantling New Zealand’s chase of 249 runs. His brilliant bowling ensured India finished at the top of their group, making him one of the standout bowlers of the tournament.

3. Virat Kohli – 100 (111) vs Pakistan*

Virat Kohli, known for his masterful chases, delivered yet another unforgettable performance against Pakistan in Dubai. Chasing 241 runs, Kohli played an unbeaten knock of 100 runs off 111 balls, guiding India to victory in just 42.3 overs. His innings, decorated with seven boundaries, proved once again why he is the ultimate match-winner in pressure situations.

2. Ben Duckett – 165 (143) vs Australia

England’s Ben Duckett showcased his class against Australia, scoring a brilliant 165 off 143 balls in Lahore. His innings helped England post a massive 351/8 in 50 overs. Duckett’s knock featured 17 fours and three sixes, making him the highest run-scorer of the tournament’s group stage. Despite England losing the game, his performance stood out as one of the most dominant displays in the competition.

1. Ibrahim Zadran – 177 (146) vs England

The best performance of the Champions Trophy 2025 group stage came from Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran. Against England, Zadran played a breathtaking knock of 177 runs off 146 balls, leading Afghanistan to 325 runs in their 50 overs. His innings included 12 fours and six sixes, with a strike rate of 121.23. Afghanistan won a thrilling game by eight runs, knocking England out of the tournament. This innings by Zadran will be remembered as one of the greatest in Champions Trophy history.

This edition of the Champions Trophy has already delivered unforgettable moments. With the knockout stage ahead, fans can expect even more thrilling performances as teams fight for the ultimate glory.

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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

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