Did you know that Nathan Astle's unbeaten 145 in the 2004 ICC Champions Trophy remains the highest individual score in the tournament?
The ICC Champions Trophy is an ODI tournament featuring the top eight teams. The 2025 edition will be held in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9, with India playing its matches in Dubai.
Some of the highest scores in the tournament include Astle’s 145*, Sourav Ganguly’s 141* (2000), and Marcus Trescothick’s 141 (2004).
These players stood out for their skill and resilience, overcoming challenges like pressure, quality opposition, and personal struggles. In this article, we’ll explore the individuals with the highest scores.
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Highest Individual Scores in ICC Champions Trophy
According to ESPNinfo, here’s the list of the batsmen who have scored the highest scores in the ICC Champions Trophy. The list includes:
| S. No | Player | Runs | Balls | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BM Duckett | 165 | 143 | England | Australia | Lahore | 22 Feb 2025 |
| 2 | NJ Astle | 145* | 151 | New Zealand | U.S.A. | The Oval | 10 Sep 2004 |
| 3 | A Flower | 145 | 164 | Zimbabwe | India | Colombo (RPS) | 14 Sep 2002 |
| 4 | SC Ganguly | 141* | 142 | India | South Africa | Nairobi (Gym) | 13 Oct 2000 |
| 5 | SR Tendulkar | 141 | 128 | India | Australia | Dhaka | 28 Oct 1998 |
| 6 | GC Smith | 141 | 134 | South Africa | England | Centurion | 27 Sep 2009 |
| 7 | SR Watson | 136* | 132 | Australia | England | Centurion | 02 Oct 2009 |
| 8 | KC Sangakkara | 134* | 135 | Sri Lanka | England | The Oval | 13 Jun 2013 |
| 9 | CH Gayle | 133* | 135 | West Indies | South Africa | Jaipur | 02 Nov 2006 |
| 10 | JE Root | 133* | 129 | England | Bangladesh | The Oval | 01 Jun 2017 |
| 11 | DA Gunawardene | 132 | 146 | Sri Lanka | West Indies | Nairobi (Gym) | 04 Oct 2000 |
| 12 | Shoaib Malik | 128 | 126 | Pakistan | India | Centurion | 26 Sep 2009 |
| 13 | Tamim Iqbal | 128 | 142 | Bangladesh | England | The Oval | 01 Jun 2017 |
| 14 | V Sehwag | 126 | 104 | India | England | Colombo (RPS) | 22 Sep 2002 |
| 15 | S Dhawan | 125 | 128 | India | Sri Lanka | The Oval | 08 Jun 2017 |
List of Highest Individual Scores in ICC Champions Trophy
The ICC Champions Trophy has seen some incredible batting performances. Here are the top ten batsmen with the highest individual scores.
1. BM Duckett’s Stunning Knock of 165 Runs Against Australia
England’s BM Duckett delivered a spectacular performance against Australia in Lahore on 22nd February 2025, scoring a magnificent 165 runs off 143 balls.
His innings, marked by 17 fours and 3 sixes, propelled England to a strong position. With a strike rate of 115.38, Duckett dominated the Australian bowling attack, showcasing his aggressive yet controlled batting style in this ODI.
2. Nathan Astle – 145* (New Zealand)
Nathan Astle scored an unbeaten 145 against the U.S. in 2004. His aggressive batting helped New Zealand dominate. He played 151 balls and smashed boundaries all over The Oval. His innings remain the highest in the tournament’s history.
3. Andy Flower – 145 (Zimbabwe)
Andy Flower scored 145 against India in 2002. He played 164 balls and anchored Zimbabwe’s innings beautifully. His patience and stroke play stood out. Despite his effort, Zimbabwe couldn't secure a win.
4. Sourav Ganguly – 141* (India)
Sourav Ganguly smashed 141* against South Africa in 2000. He played 142 balls and dominated the bowling attack. His century helped India win an important match in Nairobi.
5. Sachin Tendulkar – 141 (India)
Sachin Tendulkar’s 141 against Australia in 1998 was a masterclass. He played 128 balls and attacked top Australian bowlers fearlessly. His innings were one of the finest in Champions Trophy history.
6. Graeme Smith – 141 (South Africa)
Graeme Smith scored 141 against England in 2009. He faced 134 balls and played a captain’s knock. His innings were filled with powerful strokes and great leadership.
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7. Shane Watson – 136* (Australia)
Shane Watson hammered 136* against England in 2009. He played 132 balls and hit massive sixes. His powerful shots helped Australia win easily.
8. Kumar Sangakkara – 134* (Sri Lanka)
Kumar Sangakkara played a match-winning 134* against England in 2013. His innings of 135 balls showed class, patience, and elegance. He led Sri Lanka to a crucial win.
9. Chris Gayle – 133* (West Indies)
Chris Gayle’s 133* against South Africa in 2006 was explosive. He faced 135 balls and smashed 17 fours. His brutal hitting stunned the opposition.
10. Joe Root – 133* (England)
Joe Root scored 133* against Bangladesh in 2017. His 129-ball innings were filled with precision and timing. He led England to a strong victory.
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What is the ICC Champions Trophy? When is the 2025 Edition?
The ICC Champions Trophy is a quadrennial One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament organised by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Meant to raise funds for the development of cricket in non-test-playing countries, it features the top eight-ranked teams in the world. The first tournament in Bangladesh in 1998 was called the ICC KnockOut Trophy. The name was changed to the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002.
After initially planning to discontinue the tournament after 2013, the ICC confirmed in 2014 that the Champions Trophy would return in 2017.
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to be held in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19 to March 9. However, India will play their matches in the UAE due to political tensions.
The qualified teams are:
- India
- South Africa
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Afghanistan
- England
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
The tournament will divide the eight teams into two groups of four, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stage.
The groups are:
- Group A: India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa
- Group B: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England
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