New Zealand etched their name in ICC Champions Trophy history with a stunning performance against South Africa in the 2025 semi-final, posting a record-breaking total of 362/6 in Lahore. This surpasses the previous highest total in tournament history, set at the same venue during a match between Australia and England. The Gaddafi Stadium has seen proper run-fests, with all the big scores of Champions Trophy 2025 coming at this venue. The winner of the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal will face India at the summit clash.
Highest team totals in ICC Champions Trophy history
| Score | Team | Opponent | Location | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 362/6 | New Zealand | South Africa | Lahore | 2025 SF |
| 351/8 | ENG | AUS | Lahore | 2025 |
| 347/4 | NZ | USA | The Oval | 2017 |
| 338/4 | PAK | IND | The Oval | 2017 Final |
| 331/7 | IND | SA | Cardiff | 2013 |
New Zealand’s imposing total was driven by exceptional centuries from Rachin Ravindra (108) and Kane Williamson (102). Glenn Phillips (49*) and Daryl Mitchell (49) also provided crucial late contributions to power the team past the 360-run mark. The Gaddafi pitch had nothing for the bowlers, with the South African side forced to use cutters to deal with the batters. Lungi Ngidi, who used his variations with massive effect, took 3/72 while Kagiso Rabada took two.
Highest Totals in ICC Men’s ODI Knockout Games
| Total | Team | Opposition | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 397/4 | India | New Zealand | Cricket World Cup 2023 Semi-Final |
| 393/6 | New Zealand | West Indies | Cricket World Cup 2015 Quarter-Final |
| 362/6 | New Zealand | South Africa | Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final |
| 359/2 | Australia | India | Cricket World Cup 2003 Final |
| 338/4 | Pakistan | India | Champions Trophy 2017 Final |
