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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to ignite with a mouthwatering clash between Australia and England at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Australia, led by Steve Smith and boasting a powerful lineup including Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell and Marnus Labuschagne, will aim for a dominant start to their campaign. England, under Jos Buttler, will be eager to leverage their recent white-ball form and upset their more fancied rivals. Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone and Mark Wood headline a dynamic English side capable of challenging Australia’s firepower.
While history favours Australia slightly, this highly anticipated encounter promises a closely fought and thrilling contest between two cricketing giants.
AUS vs ENG: Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Matches played: 160 | Australia won: 90 | England won: 65 | No result: 3 | Tied: 03
Gaddafi Stadium ODI Stats and Records
- Total matches: 74
- Matches won batting first: 37
- Matches won bowling first: 35
- Average 1st innings scores: 253
- Average 2nd innings scores: 218
- Highest total recorded: 375/3 (50 Ov) by Pakistan vs Zimbabwe
- Lowest total recorded: 75/10 (22.5 Ov) by Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
- Highest score chased: 349/4 (49 Ov) by Pakistan vs Australia
- Lowest score defended: 170/8 (40 Ov) by West Indies vs Pakistan
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Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is expected to favour the batters, making it a challenging surface for bowlers. Based on the last two matches played at this venue, scoring runs has been relatively easier, suggesting another high-scoring encounter.
Earlier this month, the stadium hosted two matches during the ODI tri-series, both of which saw batters take control. In the first game, New Zealand posted a formidable total of 330, while Pakistan responded with 252. The second match saw New Zealand successfully chase down 305 against South Africa. Given these trends, the upcoming AUS vs ENG contest is also likely to witness plenty of runs.
