England and Australia are considered as two dominant forces in cricket fertinity. The firey battle of Ashes always known for these two nations competitiveness which they integrate and with the same intensity they play their ODI matches too. Its similar to Asian countries like India and Pakistan which drills you at your edge of your seat. 

Their Rivalry started at 1877 where both nation combined for first to play for the glory and they kept the series name as Ashes. The intensity with which the matches are played along made it a huge blockbuster. The arrogance talks, nasty blows, chit chats and the passion which the players posses for it, looks really remarkable one. 

The Battle Continues In Champions Trophy

The intense battle between these two teams didn't stop till test it grew more in ODI and when it comes to Champions Trophy both teams have been at their best. Whenever these teams have collided entertainment has been guaranteed. Both England and Australia have faced each other 6 times in Champions Trophy. Where England had the upper hand in that. 

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2002 Champions Trophy - Group stage match: England won.

2004 Champions Trophy - Group stage match: Australia won.

2006 Champions Trophy - Group stage match: England won.

2009 Champions Trophy - Final match: Australia won.

2013 Champions Trophy - Group stage match: England won.

2017 Champions Trophy - Group stage match: England won.

 Though England has the upper hand for sure but Australia has the trophies which keeps them ahead of England . Most of the wins which England persist is in Group Stages. 

Clash Of Titans

Champions Trophy is on its way where three of the matches happened have been blockbuster. Today its been Australia Vs England and its their seventh encounter between them. Australia have won the toss and choose to bowl but it seems they would be regretting for it as England cruising the mark of 300 plus. 

Till Now England has posted 316 runs with the loss of 5 wickets. Ben Duckett has scored a super century and still going on the score of 161,supported by Joe Root (68). The range of hitting displayed by England is furious one. Still England have three overs left in batting , Australia has lot of work to do when they come to chase. But Australia too have that fire power by which they can chase the target. 

The highly anticipated 4th match of the 2025 Champions Trophy will feature England and Australia clashing at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Australia has had a challenging run recently, suffering a series of defeats, including losses to Sri Lanka and Pakistan. The team has struggled to find consistent form, with their most recent wins coming in a hard-fought encounter against Pakistan. While they’ve faced some tough competition, Australia will be determined to bounce back and make an impact in the Champions Trophy.

England, on the other hand, has had a difficult time in their recent ODIs, particularly against India, suffering three consecutive losses by significant margins. Their defeats were marked by dominant performances from India, who outclassed England in each match. Despite these recent losses, England will be hoping to regroup and put up a strong challenge against Australia in their upcoming clash.

Head-to-Head : Australia vs England 

Australia and England have a long-standing rivalry, having faced each other 161 times in ODIs, with Australia holding a strong advantage, having won 91 matches compared to England's 65 victories and tw tied games. Three of their encounters have ended without a definite result. In their last five meetings, Australia has come out on top three times, while England has won twice. Despite some recent setbacks, both teams will be eager to perform at their best when they face off in the Champions Trophy.
In their last five meetings in the Champions Trophy, England has come out on top three times, while Australia has won twice. Both teams have had competitive encounters, with each looking to assert dominance in the prestigious tournament. Their rivalry in the Champions Trophy has been marked by high-stakes matches, and with both sides boasting strong line-ups, future encounters promise to be just as thrilling.

Both Sides met in  between England and Australia in the 2017 Champions Trophy saw England win by 40 runs using the D/L method. In a rain-affected match, Australia posted 277/9, while England, chasing a revised target, managed to reach 240/4. The win helped England secure a place in the final, and the match remains a significant part of their recent Champions Trophy history.

Australia vs England : Head-to-Head records in ODIS

Australia vs England : Head-to-Head records in Champions Trophy

The England squad has been declared by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) officially for their initial Group B fixture of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy to take place in Australia. Making an unexpected substitution, Jamie Smith steps back in to claim the wicket-keeping mantle from Phil Salt.
The English cricket team recently played Team India in a series of three ODIs on their way to the Champions Trophy.
ECB announces England's XI for match against Australia
England's inaugural match of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy against Australia

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The Group B arch-rivals Australia and England will be played on Saturday, 22nd of February. The highly anticipated game will be hosted by the historic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

Champions Trophy matches have ignited the fire in cricket fertinity the tournament is commencing after 8 years of gap due to covid pandemic. Reciprocating the ODI world cup nearby the panel decided to allocate in 2025. ODI world champions are getting ready for another big event but this time its quite different. 

Before the start of the tournament many international players were injured which includes Australian players too. The long run of Bgt series have uplifted Australia a series of injuries to their main players. Even countries like India, New Zealand are also sabstantially lacking their main players before entering to the tournament. 

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Steve Smith Leading The Command Once Again

AAustralia have been powerhouse in the cricketing world the players and the captains they have produced are remarkable thats why they are holding many ICC trophies not relying into one individual. This Champions Trophy is going to be quite tuff one for them as they have lost their leader Pat Cummins. After the sand paper scandal Australian Board decided to give captaincy to a guy who was non familiar and they choose Pat Cummins. 

 PatCummins never disappointed the decision even he worked on his game and 2023 World Cup made him eternal his captaincy was spot on, another big tour he had to deal it was Bgt which they haven't won till 10 years and guess what Pat Cummins bought back Bgt trophy to Australia after 10 years. And from there Australia problem started where they had to lose their main man due to ankle injury. Now Steve Smith will be leading Australia for this Champions Trophy. 

Every Term Is Possible

Australia batting possess more power than any other team you name them Steve Smith, Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis they can win you games from the scratch but the main problem rises on the concern of their bowling where there is nothing to say much about their main players like Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazelwood, Pat Cummins are out of tournament leaving Adam Zampa the recogonised bowler in the team who had to lead the bowling side. 

It would quite hard for Australia to defend an total though if they are batting first quite safe but rely much due to recent form Australia is having, during recent series against Sri Lanka they have lost both their ODI matches even after the World Cup victory the winning record is not so impressive for Australia. But they are quite different in ICC tournament where every individual of them gives their significant performance on their given day.

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Australia are in Pool A where they gonna face England, South Africa and Afghanistan. It would be easy for Australia to regain their confidence they have to be careful against Afghanistan because against them their track record is so poor as they knocked them out in last ICC T20 world Cup. Still neglecting Australia is asking for trouble

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will start on February 19, 2025. Fans of cricket all over the globe are looking forward to seeing their favorite teams face each other in this elite competition. The event will host major cricketing nations, which will ensure exciting games and heated rivalries. Live coverage from several platforms will mean that viewers get to enjoy good-quality broadcasts in different languages, making the experience smooth and effortless.

CHAMPIONS TROPHY GROUPS

Group A: Pakistan (hosts), India, New Zealand, Bangladesh

Group B: Australia, England, South Africa, Afghanistan

Notable Things

• Tournament Start Date: February 19, 2025
• India's First Match: February 20, 2025 (India vs Bangladesh)
• India vs Pakistan Clash: February 23, 2025

First match: Pakitan vs New Zeland

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India Champions Trophy Squad: Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakaravarthy

•  Coach: Gautam Gambhir
• Best performance: Champions (2002, 2013)

IND vs ENG Match Preview

India won by four wickets to take a 2-0 lead in the ODI series, with only one game remaining in Ahmedabad. The series is currently serving as an excellent practice for the hosts as they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy next month, whereas England's tour has been a disaster, with the team losing six of seven T20I and ODI matches. Both teams have form players, with India's captain Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja standing out. Only Ben Duckett and Joe Root can be considered to be playing at the highest level in England.

IND vs ENG Match Details

India vs England – 3rd Match, ODI Match

Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Date & Time: 12th February 2025 at 01:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

IND vs ENG Venue Stats

IND vs ENG Pitch Report

The pitch provides a well-balanced surface that will appeal to both batters and bowlers. Pacers can extract movement early on, especially under lights, while spinners improve with each game. 

IND vs ENG Weather Report

This has consistently been a good batting wicket, and we expect both teams to score high totals. The par score for batting first in this game will be around 320.

IND vs ENG Last Five Matches

IND vs ENG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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IND vs ENG Probable Playing XIs:

England Probable Playing XIs

Philip Salt(w), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler(c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood

India Probable Playing XIs

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy

Topmost Picks for IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – India

• Shubman Gill – Shubman Gill, India's opening batter, remains our top pick for the final ODI. He has fifties in both games. The 25-year-old opener will look to close out the series with another big score.
• Varun Chakravarthy – Varun Chakravarthy, in particular, could pose problems for England’s batsmen with his mix of googlies and leg-breaks.

Top Picks – England

• Joe Root – Joe Root, England's star batsman, scored a fifty in the 2nd ODI, surpassing Eoin Morgan as the player with the most fifty-plus performances for the team in ODI history. 
• Adil Rashid –  Adil Rashid, England's leg spinner, is the only player on the team to have taken wickets in both ODIs thus far. The experienced spinner has taken the most wickets for the team in the series, with three. The 36-year-old will be England's main weapon in Ahmedabad.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt, Joe Root, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma(C), Shreyas Iyer, Ben Duckett(VC), Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Mohammed Shami

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt, Joe Root(VC), Virat Kohli(C), Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Harshit Rana

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Vice-captain – Ben Duckett, Joe Root

Wicketkeeper – Phil Salt

IND vs ENG Probable Winners:

Although India won both games with only four wickets remaining, they had plenty of balls in the locker and appeared to be a far more complete team that England under these conditions. We expect nothing to change in this game, and we predict another victory to give India a 3-0 series lead. Considering the team combination, India is expected to win this match.

England suffered a major setback ahead of the Champions Trophy as promising all-rounder Jacob Bethell has been ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury, skipper Jos Buttler has confirmed. "I'm pretty sure he's been ruled out of the Champions Trophy, to be honest, So, that's really disappointing for him. Obviously, he played nicely the other day and has been one of the really exciting players. So, it's a shame that the injury is going to rule him out" Buttler said after their  defeat to India in the second ODI in Cuttack . The deadline to submit the final squads for the Champions Trophy is Wednesday. 

🚨 JACOB BETHELL RULED OUT OF CHAMPIONS TROPHY 2025 🚨 pic.twitter.com/Xm3keCXQdU

— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) February 10, 2025

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Impact on England's Squad :
With the loss of Bethell, the balance of their squad will again be questioned in England. This is because the player was highly useful with the bat and the ball in the middle order. The selectors are likely to announce a replacement soon, probably Liam Dawson or Will Jacks. Bethell was fantastic domestic cricketer in England. He proves to be a setback for his development personally, and he remains positive that he will make a strong comeback.

Looking Ahead for squad :
Now, attention turns to the Champions Trophy as England goes into adjustment in anticipation of the loss in the team. on its part, must get the balance right in the squad. Fans will anxiously see who steps into Bethell's slot, so to say.
Recovery will be the short-term goal for Bethell, but the amount of talent combined with determination will only result in Bethell bouncing back stronger in the future.

IND vs ENG Match Preview

This is turning out to be a very disappointing tour of India for England, and it was undoubtedly what Test coach Brendan McCullum had planned for when he joined the white ball side for his brief earlier this year! Since arriving in India, England has won one and lost five games in five T20Is and one ODI, and despite getting ahead near the end of their powerplay in the first innings, they appeared to be constantly playing catch-up in the opening match of this series on Thursday. India, on the other hand, managed to canter home with 68 balls remaining despite missing star batter Virat Kohli, who was ruled out due to a minor injury to his right knee.

IND vs ENG Match Details

India vs England – 2nd Match, ODI Match

Venue: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack

Date & Time: 09th February 2025 at 01:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

IND vs ENG Venue Stats

IND vs ENG Pitch Report

The pitch provides a well-balanced surface that will appeal to both batters and bowlers. Pacers can extract movement early on, especially under lights, while spinners improve with each game. 

IND vs ENG Weather Report

This has consistently been a good batting wicket in Cuttack, and we expect both teams to score high totals. The par score for batting first in this game will be around 320.

IND vs ENG Last Five Matches

IND vs ENG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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IND vs ENG Probable Playing XIs:

England Probable Playing XIs

Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Saqib Mahmood

India Probable Playing XIs

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami

Topmost Picks for IND vs ENG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – India

• Virat Kohli – He has scored at least 37 runs in 5 of his last 8 innings, including 2 centuries and 3 half-centuries. He has an average of 44.88 against England.
• Kuldeep Yadav – Kuldeep Yadav, in particular, could pose problems for England’s batsmen with his mix of googlies and leg-breaks.

Top Picks – England

• Joe Root – Root has been scoring runs by the bucket in the SA20 and comes into this series with a lot of confidence.
• Adil Rashid –  Rashid has picked up only 3 wickets so far, he has kept things tight at one end and has an economy rate of under 6 runs per over.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt(VC), Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer(C), Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya, Adil Rashid, Axar Patel, Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for IND vs ENG Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Shubman Gill(C), Joe Root(VC), Shreyas Iyer, Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya, Adil Rashid, Axar Patel, Jofra Archer, Mohammed Shami

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill

Vice-captain – Phil Salt, Joe Root

Wicketkeeper – Jos Buttler

IND vs ENG Probable Winners:

Although captain Jos Buttler appears to be regaining form in this format, England's batting confidence has dipped since their peak from 2015 to 2019. India appears to have much more depth, and as a result, we predict that they will lead the series 2-0 with one game remaining! Considering the team combination, India is expected to win this match.

Losing his BCCI central contract could have been a major setback for Shreyas Iyer, a blow that might have dented his confidence and lowered his intensity. Any player in his position could have struggled to find motivation, but for Iyer, the challenge only ignited a new fire within him. After suffering a back injury during the second Test in Visakhapatnam, he was later declared fit to play. However, BCCI’s policy required injured players to prove their fitness through domestic cricket before earning an international recall. Iyer, having skipped that step, found himself on the outside, contractless and seemingly sidelined.

Rather than letting the setback define him, Iyer channelled his frustration into determination. With renewed focus, he embraced the IPL 2024 as his battleground, leading the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the title with resilience and authority. Instead of breaking him, adversity became his greatest motivator, proving once again why he remains one of India’s most dependable batters.

Pitch Map Analysis: Shreyas Iyer's 59(36) Performance Analysis

Shreyas Iyer showcased his versatility with the bat, adapting seamlessly to the demands of the game. Whether it required steadying the innings by playing second fiddle or accelerating when needed, he was always in control. His captaincy, too, was widely praised for its strategic decision-making. Though he may not be leading the Indian side just yet, he certainly displayed the qualities of a leader with both his batting and on-field presence. In the first ODI against England in Nagpur, India found themselves in a precarious position at 19/2 while chasing 249 a moment that could have easily derailed their chase had they lost another wicket early.

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Faced with a choice between playing cautiously or taking the attack to the opposition, Iyer chose the latter. His two early sixes off Jofra Archer set the tone for a fearless approach. He expertly navigated the slow track, using his feet against the spinners and picking lengths quickly to keep the scoreboard ticking. His 59 off just 36 balls was exactly the kind of counter-attacking innings India needed.

Archer and Saqib Mahmood attempted to test him with short balls, a known weakness in his game, but the 30-year-old showed no hesitation in taking them on. Once he started dispatching the short-pitched deliveries, the bowlers were forced to adjust their lengths playing right into his strength. Iyer’s innings were not just about runs; it was a statement, a reminder that he thrives under pressure and can turn adversity into opportunity.

With Virat Kohli at No. 3 and Shreyas Iyer at No. 4, India will be banking on their formidable middle order to deliver in the Champions Trophy. The duo was instrumental in India’s World Cup campaign, amassing nearly 1,300 runs between them, and the team will be hoping they carry that momentum forward. While Kohli’s class and consistency are well known, Iyer has proven to be just as crucial, showcasing his ability to adapt, anchor, and accelerate as the situation demands.

Despite setbacks, Iyer remains unfazed. Speaking ahead of the ODI series against England, he shared his mindset, emphasizing self-reliance and perseverance:
"To be honest, I don't chase success. I follow a routine and preparation, which will naturally lead me there. For me, a champion is me. It’s all in the mind. I believe no one supports you better than yourself. You keep elevating, transforming, and moving forward without dwelling on the past."

His words reflect his journey one of resilience and determination. After missing out on a BCCI central contract due to not adhering to injury return protocols, Iyer could have been demotivated. Instead, he used it as fuel to lead Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the IPL 2024 title, proving his leadership and batting prowess.

India's rising star, Abhishek Sharma, has achieved a career-high ranking in T20Is, making a meteoric leap of 38 places to claim the No. 2 spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings. The explosive southpaw’s sensational performances with the bat have propelled him ahead of some of the biggest names in the format. In a fascinating shift, he overtook his fellow teammate Tilak Varma, who dropped one spot to No. 3, as India’s young guns continue to dominate the rankings. With their fearless and dynamic approach, the duo is shaping the future of Indian T20 cricket on the global stage.

Abhishek Sharma lit up the series with a stunning display of power-hitting, scoring 279 runs in 5 matches at an average of 55.80 and a blistering strike rate of 219.68. His standout moment came with a record-breaking 135, the highest T20I score by an Indian, as he smashed 24 fours and 22 sixes. With 1 century and 1 fifty, Abhishek’s fearless batting tore apart England’s attack, making him the star of the series.

In-depth Analysis of Abhishek Sharma's Outstanding T20I Series

Abhishek Sharma etched his name in the history books with a breathtaking knock, registering India’s highest individual score in T20 internationals. His 135 off 54 balls surpassed Shubman Gill’s previous record of 126 against New Zealand in 2023, setting a new benchmark for Indian batters in the format. His innings was not just a national milestone but also a global spectacle. It became the sixth-highest individual score in T20Is involving Test-playing nations, placing him among an elite list of power-hitters who have dominated international bowling attacks.

Abhishek’s fifty came off just 17 balls, making it the second-fastest half-century by an Indian in T20Is, only behind Yuvraj Singh’s iconic 12-ball fifty against England in the 2007 T20 World Cup. His century followed in just 37 deliveries, making it the third-fastest in T20Is between Test-playing nations, trailing only Rohit Sharma and David Miller, who hold the joint record with 35-ball hundreds. Adding to his sensational display, Abhishek launched 13 sixes into the stands—the most ever hit by an Indian batter in a T20I innings. His fearless strokeplay and record-breaking performance cemented his place as one of India’s most exciting young talents, leaving fans and statisticians in awe of his explosive batting prowess.

Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting in the series saw him smash 22 sixes in total, showcasing his incredible range and fearless strokeplay. While he cleared the ropes all around the ground, his favorite scoring zone was the covers region, where he deposited the majority of his maximums. Here’s a breakdown of his six-hitting areas: Covers region – Most of his sixes came from this area, highlighting his dominance through the off-side. Long-on – 4 sixes, proving his ability to target spinners and pacers with strong straight hitting. Long-off – 3 sixes, demonstrating balance and timing against both pace and spin.

Straight down the ground – 3 sixes, reinforcing his power in hitting over the bowler’s head. Fine leg – 2 sixes, capitalizing on short deliveries and well-timed flicks. Midwicket – 1 six, showing his adaptability in playing across the line. Third man – 1 six, an unconventional yet effective shot. Point – 1 six, showcasing his ability to carve the ball over the infield. His six-hitting spree not only powered India to key victories but also established him as one of the most dangerous batters in T20 cricket today.

Abhishek Sharma’s six-hitting ability in this series was nothing short of extraordinary, underlining his potential as a future T20 superstar. His ability to find the boundary in all areas of the ground made him a nightmare for bowlers, as he effortlessly combined power with precision. The sheer number of sixes at covers reflects his dominant off-side play, while his shots down the ground and towards fine leg highlight his all-round stroke-making prowess.

His confidence in taking on spinners and pacers alike, along with his ability to execute aggressive strokes without compromising technique, sets him apart from his contemporaries. With this record-breaking performance, Abhishek has not only announced himself on the global stage but has also given India a dependable and fearless hitter at the top. If he continues in this vein, he could redefine aggressive T20 batting for India in the years to come.