The Champions Trophy 2025 will witness a blockbuster Saturday as two rivals go head-on. Australia and England will take on each other in the fourth match of the one-day event.
The Aussies are without their regular captain Pat Cummins, though they will be keen to get a good start. In Cummins’ absence, Steven Smith will step in to take Australia a step closer to the trophy.
England, on the other hand, will be captained by Jos Buttler. The Englishmen will be under pressure to get their act right as their recent ODI performance has been concerning. So Buttler has a huge task to ensure that his side starts on a winning note.
As both teams are desperate for a good start, here’s the pitch and weather report for the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
AUS vs ENG 4th Match, CT2025: Overview
Tournament: ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Match: Australia vs England, 4th Match
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Date: February 22, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM IST / 2:00 PM Local
Broadcast: Star Sports and Sports18
Live Stream: JioHotstar
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: ODI Match Stats
| Total Matches Played | 69 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 35 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 32 |
| Matches Tied | 1 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Won Toss & Won Match | 42 |
| Lost Toss & Won Match | 25 |
| Average First Innings Total | 255 |
In 69 ODIs played in Lahore, teams have won 35 matches while batting first and 32 while chasing targets. There’s not much difference between batting first and chasing as the venue offers balanced conditions.
However, winning the toss will be important, as it may influence the outcome of the match. Winning the toss has gone in favour of teams on 42 occasions.
The average first innings score is 255, but it won’t be enough on this belter of a pitch.
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AUS vs ENG 4th Match, CT2025: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium is expected to dish out a proper batting wicket. Batters from both sides will enjoy scoring runs on this pitch.
Even in the previous two matches played here, New Zealand posted 330 in one game and gunned down a 305-run target in the other with ease. So it’s clear that teams will score plenty of runs.
As for the bowlers, pacers may find some help with the new ball. There will be some movement with the fresh ball. And spinners will get sufficient turn in the middle overs.
AUS vs ENG 4th Match, CT2025: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Weather Report
Lahore will have delightful weather, with no rain in sight on the match day. It will be partly cloudy, though the day temperature will be around 20-21 while it will further drop in the evening.
So both teams and fans will enjoy playing in Lahore while we get a complete match without any interruption.
