Afghanistan Opener Breaks Multiple ODI Records at Champions Trophy

Afghanistan’s rising star Ibrahim Zadran delivered a record-breaking performance with a sensational 177-run knock against England in the eighth match of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. His innings not only powered Afghanistan to a historic win but also etched his name in the history books with multiple records.

The right-handed opener took charge in a must-win game for Afghanistan, dismantling England’s bowling attack with a commanding display of power and precision. Zadran’s 146-ball innings included twelve fours and six sixes, showcasing his ability to dominate both pace and spin.

With this monumental knock, Zadran achieved the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history, surpassing Ben Duckett’s 165 against Australia earlier in the same tournament.

Highest Individual Scores in Champions Trophy History

Afghanistan’s Highest ODI Score

Zadran’s 177 also broke the record for the highest individual score by an Afghanistan batter in ODIs, surpassing his own previous best of 162 against Sri Lanka in 2022.

Highest Individual Scores for Afghanistan in ODIs

Afghanistan’s Highest Total in ICC ODI Tournaments

Zadran’s heroics helped Afghanistan post a formidable total of 325/7, their highest-ever score in ICC Men’s ODI tournaments. This surpassed their previous best of 291/5 against Australia during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.

The innings was a testament to Zadran’s ability to rise to the occasion, especially in a high-pressure match where Afghanistan needed a win to keep their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign alive.