Ibrahim Zadran’s remarkable innings of 177 runs powered Afghanistan to a strong total of 325 in a crucial Champions Trophy 2025 match against England at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Zadran’s innings included 12 fours and six sixes, setting a new record for the highest individual score in Champions Trophy history. Despite England’s previous successful chase of 351 against Australia at the same venue, Afghanistan’s total posed a challenge for the opposition. Jofra Archer’s early breakthroughs put Afghanistan in trouble, but Zadran and captain Hashmatullah Shahidi steadied the innings with a solid partnership. Zadran accelerated his scoring, reaching his century in 106 balls and adding quick runs towards the end with Mohammad Nabi. Afghanistan’s spin attack was set up well to defend the total as they finished with 325/7 in 50 overs. This outstanding performance by Zadran and the team set the stage for an exciting contest against England.
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