In a thrilling encounter during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, England secured a pivotal victory against South Africa, winning by 38 runs at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. England’s captain Jos Buttler led from the front with a commanding century, scoring 147 runs off 119 balls. ‘I was just looking to be positive and give our innings the momentum it needed,’ Buttler remarked after the match. The England team posted a total of 298 runs, built on strong contributions from their middle order. South Africa, in reply, struggled against England’s disciplined bowling attack. Despite a valiant effort from Aiden Markram, who scored 85 runs, South Africa was bowled out for 260 in 42.3 overs. With this victory, England has confirmed their spot in the semi-finals of the tournament, joining India, who advanced earlier this week. ‘This win puts us in a good position heading into the knockout stages,’ Buttler added. The match highlighted England’s strategic depth and batting prowess, setting the stage for an exciting semi-final round in this prestigious tournament.
England Defeats South Africa in High-Stakes ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Match
