Australia completed the highest successful run chase in ICC tournament history, overhauling England's 351 with five wickets to spare in their Champions Trophy Group B opener at Lahore on Saturday (February 22). Inglis masterclass Josh Inglis orchestrated the historic chase with an unbeaten 120 off 86 balls, his innings featuring six sixes and eight fours. The wicketkeeper-batter's assault came after valuable contributions from Matthew Short (63) and Alex Carey (69). England appeared to have gained control after dismissing Travis Head and Steve Smith but Inglis's unexpected onslaught, supported by Glenn Maxwell's quickfire 32, turned the tide decisively. Duckett's career-best Earlier, Ben Duckett's masterful 165 had powered England to their highest Champions Trophy total. The 30-year-old, who was overlooked during England's disappointing T20 World Cup campaign last year, seized his opportunity with a 143-ball knock containing 17 boundaries and three sixes. England's recovery After being inserted, England struggled at 43-2 in the powerplay before Duckett orchestrated two crucial partnerships. He first combined with Joe Root (68) for a 158-run stand, followed by a brisk 61-run partnership with captain Jos Buttler (23). "I took on Maxwell early with that six in the second over, which set the tone for my innings," Duckett said, describing his approach to the innings. Australian bowling struggles A depleted Australian attack, missing the trio of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood through injury, struggled to contain England's batsmen. Ben Dwarshuis claimed 3-66, while Nathan Ellis impressed without success, conceding 51 runs in his full quota. Jofra Archer's late cameo of 21 not out from 10 balls, including two fours and a six, pushed England beyond 350, but ultimately proved insufficient against Australia's determined chase. The victory puts Australia in a strong position in Group B, while England must regroup quickly to keep their Champions Trophy hopes alive.Original Article