The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is heating up, and cricket fans are in for a thrilling contest as Australia takes on England in Lahore. This high-profile Ashes rivalry in the 50-over format promises intense action, with both teams looking to gain crucial points. While Australia is missing key players due to injuries, England’s struggle to find consistency in ODIs adds an unpredictable element to the clash.
Match Preview
The Champions Trophy has already delivered some spectacular performances, including multiple centuries and match-winning spells. However, Australia and England find themselves in a tricky phase in ODI cricket. Australia is missing several first-choice players, particularly in the pace attack, which has historically been their backbone in ICC events. On the other hand, England, despite having a near full-strength squad, has failed to regain their dominant white-ball form since their 2019 World Cup triumph.
Steve Smith leads an Australian side that often outperforms expectations in ICC events, while England will be banking on their experienced campaigners to step up. With the stakes high, this match could set the tone for both teams moving forward in the tournament.
AUS vs ENG Dream11 Fantasy Team Picks
Selecting the best players for your Dream11 team requires a balance between in-form players, key match-winners, and potential game-changers.
My Dream11 Team for AUS vs ENG
- Batters: Travis Head (C), Ben Duckett, Harry Brook (vc), Steve Smith
- Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Josh Inglis
- All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Brydon Carse
- Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Adam Zampa, Nathan Ellis
(Captain: Brydon Carse, Vice-Captain: Harry Brook)
Probable Playing XIs
Australia (Probable XI)
- Matthew Short
- Travis Head
- Steve Smith (C)
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Josh Inglis
- Glenn Maxwell
- Alex Carey (WK)
- Ben Dwarshuis/Sean Abbott
- Nathan Ellis
- Adam Zampa
- Spencer Johnson
England (PLAYING XI)
- Phil Salt
- Ben Duckett
- Jamie Smith (WK)
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Jos Buttler (C)
- Liam Livingstone
- Brydon Carse
- Jofra Archer
- Adil Rashid
- Mark Wood
This encounter between Australia and England is expected to be a cracker of a contest. With Australia’s ICC event resilience and England’s firepower, fans can expect a closely fought battle.
Stay tuned for more updates, and best of luck with your Dream11 predictions!