The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy has transformed into a batters’ paradise, setting a new benchmark with 11 centuries so far—the most in a single edition of the tournament. This milestone surpasses the previous record of 10 tons in 2002 and 2017, underlining the favorable batting conditions and the high-octane contests this year.
Record-Breaking Tons Light Up the Tournament:
- 🏏 Will Young & Tom Latham (New Zealand): Set the tone with commanding hundreds against Pakistan, propelling the Black Caps to a winning start.
- 🏏 Towhid Hridoy (Bangladesh): Lit up the second match with a sublime century against India’s renowned bowling unit.
- 🏏 Shubman Gill (India): Responded with a classy ton to keep India competitive against Bangladesh.
- 🏏 Ryan Rickelton (South Africa): Delivered a crucial century versus Afghanistan, showcasing South Africa’s batting depth.
- 🏏 Ben Duckett (England) & Josh Inglis (Australia): Their duel in the fourth game produced twin centuries in a thrilling chase, with Inglis steering Australia past England’s 352-run target.
- 🏏 Virat Kohli (India): Rose to the occasion in the high-stakes India vs Pakistan clash, reaffirming his legacy with yet another tournament-defining century.
- 🏏 Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand): Cemented his growing stature with a match-winning 112 against Bangladesh, ensuring New Zealand’s semi-final berth.
- 🏏 Joe Root (England): Broke a six-year drought with his 17th ODI ton against Afghanistan, offering a nostalgic glimpse of his vintage form.
A Tournament for the Ages:
With batters ruling the roost, bowlers have been forced to innovate amid conditions that have heavily favored stroke play. The combination of flat tracks, quick outfields, and quality batting line-ups has contributed to this record-breaking spree.
As the tournament advances towards its knockout phase, fans can anticipate more fireworks with the bat. If the current trend persists, the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy could be etched in history as the most run-filled edition ever.
Fast Facts:
- 🏏 11 centuries and counting – a new record for the Champions Trophy.
- 🌟 Virat Kohli delivers under pressure in the India-Pakistan blockbuster.
- 🇳🇿 New Zealand leads the century chart with contributions from Young, Latham, and Ravindra.
- 🔥 Batters like Towhid Hridoy, Shubman Gill, and Joe Root shine on the big stage.
What’s Next?
With semi-final spots heating up and more high-profile clashes on the horizon, the century count could rise further. One thing’s certain: fans are in for a run-fest to remember!