Defending champions Australia suffered a major setback, as they lost to England in the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy. England players outwitted Australia in every department of the game.
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Earlier, England won the toss and elected to bat first. They posted 269/6 in 50 overs. Cook (30), Bell (91), Trott (43) and Bopara (46*) were the top scorers. Clint McKay and Faulkner took two wickets each.
Chasing a victory target of 270, Australia finished at 221/9 in 50 overs and lost by 48 runs. Watson (24), Hughes (30), Bailey (55) and Faulkner (54*) were the top contributors. Anderson took three wickets, while Bresnan took two wickets. Ian Bell was declared ‘Man of the Match’.
