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Alex Carey, relieved of his keeping responsibilities, made a spectacular catch that left Salt and everyone speechless.

Australia is facing England in Champions Trophy.

Steve Smith wins toss and elect to bowl.

Alex Carey takes astonishing catch.

Alex Carey takes a stunning catch against England

After Glenn Phillips, Alex Carey becomes Superman by taking potential catch of the tournament

Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first in their opening encounter of Champions Trophy against England.

Australia win toss and elect to bowl.

Check playing XIs of both teams.

Jos Buttler and Steve Smith in frame

Australia win toss and elect to bowl first in their opening encounter of Champions Trophy against England - Check Playing XIs

Buttler commented that Smith's move to No. 3 allows the young player a free pass to influence the game.

England to face Australia in Champions Trophy.

Jos Buttler to bat at number 6.

Jamie Smith will be promoted to number 3.

England's captain Jos Buttler in frame

Jos Buttler makes big remark on giving his number 3 spot to Jamie Smith ahead of Champions Trophy clash against Australia, says 'you could ask him...put some pressure...'

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Australia star all-rounder Marcus Stoinis who was part of Australia's Champions Trophy 2025 squad announced retirement from ODIs.

Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to start from February 19. 

Australia will start their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign against England. 

Pat Cummins of Australia celebrates with teammates Marcus Stoinis and Mitchell Starc

Big blow to Australia, 35-year-old star included in Champions Trophy 2025 squad announces shocking retirement from ODIs ahead of mega event

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Lionel Messi in the frame

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Australia vs England Match Stats

Match 4, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

After Glenn Phillips, Alex Carey becomes Superman by taking potential catch of the tournament

Match Details

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025

Sat 22 February, 14:30:00 IST

Australia, who chose to field

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 29

ENG
309 (49.2 ov)

AUS
165/2 (20.4 ov)

Australia beat England by 49 runs (DLS method)

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 27

ENG
312/5 (39.0 ov)

AUS
126 (24.4 ov)

England beat Australia by 186 runs

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 24

ENG
254/4 (37.4 ov)

AUS
304/7 (50.0 ov)

England beat Australia by 46 runs (DLS method)

Umpires

Umpire
Ahsan Raza (PAK), Joel Wilson (WI) and Kumar Dharmasena (SL)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

After Glenn Phillips, Alex Carey becomes Superman by taking potential catch of the tournament

Australia win toss and elect to bowl first in their opening encounter of Champions Trophy against England - Check Playing XIs

Jos Buttler makes big remark on giving his number 3 spot to Jamie Smith ahead of Champions Trophy clash against Australia, says 'you could ask him...put some pressure...'

Big blow to Australia, 35-year-old star included in Champions Trophy 2025 squad announces shocking retirement from ODIs ahead of mega event

Australia vs England Match Stats

Match 4, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

After Glenn Phillips, Alex Carey becomes Superman by taking potential catch of the tournament

Match Details

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025

Sat 22 February, 14:30:00 IST

Australia, who chose to field

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 29

ENG309 (49.2 ov)

AUS165/2 (20.4 ov)

Australia beat England by 49 runs (DLS method)

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 27

ENG312/5 (39.0 ov)

AUS126 (24.4 ov)

England beat Australia by 186 runs

Australia in England, 5 ODI Series, 2024 On Sep 24

ENG254/4 (37.4 ov)

AUS304/7 (50.0 ov)

England beat Australia by 46 runs (DLS method)

Umpires

UmpireAhsan Raza (PAK), Joel Wilson (WI) and Kumar Dharmasena (SL)

RefereeAndy Pycroft (ZIM)

News updates

After Glenn Phillips, Alex Carey becomes Superman by taking potential catch of the tournament

Australia win toss and elect to bowl first in their opening encounter of Champions Trophy against England - Check Playing XIs

Jos Buttler makes big remark on giving his number 3 spot to Jamie Smith ahead of Champions Trophy clash against Australia, says 'you could ask him...put some pressure...'

Big blow to Australia, 35-year-old star included in Champions Trophy 2025 squad announces shocking retirement from ODIs ahead of mega event

ENG
309 (49.2 ov)

AUS
165/2 (20.4 ov)

ENG
312/5 (39.0 ov)

AUS
126 (24.4 ov)

ENG
254/4 (37.4 ov)

AUS
304/7 (50.0 ov)

Umpire
Ahsan Raza (PAK), Joel Wilson (WI) and Kumar Dharmasena (SL)

Referee
Andy Pycroft (ZIM)