The Champions Trophy 2025 campaign for Australia and England is set to begin tomorrow at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Both sides are promising title contenders for the coveted ICC tournament and will look forward to a solid start with a win against the other. Australia arrives in this contest with a mix of promising young players and seasoned campaigners at their disposal led by the veteran Steve Smith. England, on the other hand, is also loaded with star players and young sensational players under the leadership of Jos Butler.
Australia’s recent record in ODI format
The Australian team arrives in this tournament at the backdrop of a disappointing end to their tour to Sri Lanka with a series white-wash in the 2-match ODI series. The team is without the experience and guidance of players like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc and it really dented their prospects in white ball cricket against Sri Lanka. However, with the kind of talent present in their squad overcoming the English challenge might not come as an impossible task for the Aussies.
England’s recent form in ODI format
England’s recent adventure in white-ball cricket was also not much different from the Australians. The English side suffered a thrashing 3-0 defeat against India. The team lacked patience and temperament in their ranks and were unable to capitalize on the built momentum during crucial junctures of the game. The team would like to learn from its mistakes during the tour to India and outperform their arch-rivals in an emphatic manner.
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Unfolding Lahore’s weather for the clash between the arch-rivals
In Lahore, the weather is expected to be sunny tomorrow with clear skies and pleasant conditions throughout the day. The temperature is expected to reach a comfortable 21°C, making it an ideal day for cricketing action between two power-packed sides. Humidity levels will be moderate at 69%, ensuring a comfortable atmosphere without excessive mugginess. With only a 15% chance of precipitation, rain is unlikely to disrupt the day. Light winds, blowing at 10 km/h, will provide a gentle breeze, adding to the overall pleasant feel. Overall, it promises to be a beautiful and enjoyable day in Lahore.
Squads:
Australia: Steve Smith (c), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa. Travelling reserve: Cooper Connolly.
England: Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood
