ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Player Stats

Champions Trophy 2025 Player Stats

The ICC Champions Trophy has been one of the most exciting and competitive tournaments in cricket history. Often referred to as the "mini World Cup," it has provided fans with countless unforgettable moments, thrilling matches and record-breaking performances. Over the years, the tournament has seen some of the best batters and bowlers showcase their talent on the grand stage, creating milestones that have stood the test of time. From explosive batting displays to game-changing bowling spells, the Champions Trophy has been a platform where cricketing legends have left their mark.

Since its inception in 1998, the ICC Champions Trophy has been a battleground for the world's top cricketing nations. While the tournament may not have had as many editions as the World Cup, it has been the stage for some of the greatest individual and team performances in ODI cricket. Players like Chris Gayle, Sourav Ganguly and Shikhar Dhawan have dominated with the bat, while bowlers like Kyle Mills and Muttiah Muralitharan have made life difficult for the batters.

The ICC Champions Trophy has always been a tournament where cricketing greats rise to the occasion. Whether it is batters piling up runs or bowlers delivering match-winning spells, the competition has seen it all. Some players have consistently performed across multiple editions, cementing their legacy in the tournament’s history. The battle for most runs, most wickets and highest scores has been a constant feature, with records being broken and new benchmarks being set.

Let's take a look back at the top record-holders in Champions Trophy history.

Most runs in Champions Trophy

Chris Gayle (West Indies): Chris Gayle amassed 791 runs in 17 matches, averaging 52.73. His dominated the tournament with his aggressive batting style.

Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka): Mahela Jayawardene scored 742 runs in 22 matches, with an average of 41.22. His consistency was pivotal in Sri Lanka's success at the tournament.

Shikhar Dhawan (India): Dhawan accumulated 701 runs in 10 matches, boasting an impressive average of 77.88. The left-handed batter was the highest run-scorer in the two successive editions (2013, 2017) of the Champions Trophy.

Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka): Sangakkara scored 683 runs in 22 matches, with an average of 37.94. His contributions were vital to Sri Lanka's campaigns.

Sourav Ganguly (India): Ganguly scored 665 runs in 13 matches, averaging 73.88. His leadership and batting display were key for India in the Champions Trophy.

Most wickets in Champions Trophy

Kyle Mills (New Zealand): Mills took 28 wickets in 15 matches, with an average of 17.25. His best bowling figures in the Champions Trophy is 4 for 30.

Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka): Malinga claimed 25 wickets in 16 matches, with an average of 30.64. The Sri Lankan slinger's best bowling figures in the tournament are 4 for 34.

Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka): Muralitharan claimed 24 wickets in 17 matches, averaging 20.16. His spin bowling baffled many batsmen in the tournament and his best bowling figures in the Champions Trophy is 4 for 15.

Brett Lee (Australia): Lee has taken 22 scalps in 16 matches at an average of 26.86, while his best bowling figures in the Champions Trophy are 3 for 38.

Glenn McGrath (Australia): McGrath has claimed 21 wickets in 12 matches at an average of 19.61. The lanky fast bowler was known for his accurate line and length.

Most hundreds in Champions Trophy

Shikhar Dhawan (India): Dhawan has three centuries, reflecting his knack for converting starts into substantial scores.

Herschelle Gibbs (South Africa): Gibbs recorded three centuries, highlighting his aggressive batting approach.

Sourav Ganguly (India): Ganguly too has scored three centuries in the tournament, who has had great success in the Champions Trophy.

Chris Gayle (West Indies): Gayle also has three centuries in the tournament. The big-hitting opener has been a hit in the Champions Trophy for his explosive batting.

Saeed Anwar (Pakistan): Saeed Anwar has scored two centuries and sits fifth in this elite list.

Highest team totals in Champions Trophy

Australia: On February 22, 2025, Australia chased down England's total of 351/8, achieving 356/5 in 47.3 overs at Lahore. This match set the record for the highest team total in Champions Trophy history.

England: In the same match on February 22, 2025, England set a formidable total of 351/8 in 50 overs against Australia at Lahore. Despite this impressive score, they were unable to win the match.

New Zealand: On September 10, 2004, New Zealand posted 347/4 in 50 overs against the USA at The Oval.

Pakistan: On June 18, 2017, in the Champions Trophy final of that edition, Pakistan scored 338/4 in 50 overs against India at The Oval.

India: On June 6, 2013, India amassed 331/7 in 50 overs against South Africa in Cardiff.