- New Zealand Vs USA – 10, September, 2004; 210 Runs:
Under the leadership of Stephen Fleming, New Zealand thrashed the United States of America by 210 runs which is also the largest win margin in terms of runs, in the ICC Champions Trophy history so far.
On September 10, 2004 at The Oval, New Zealand while batting first posted 347 on board for the loss of four wickets, as Nathan Astle smashed 145 of 151 balls. His innings was laced with 13 boundaries and six sixes.
All-rounder Scott Styris scored 78-ball 75 runs, as Kiwis innings total included 34 extras which were further comprised of 21 wide-balls, 10 leg-byes and three no-balls.
In response, the USA side was bundled out for 137, as Jacob Oram led the demolition while bagging five wickets after conceding 36 runs in his 9.4 overs.
Moreover, Daniel Vettori bagged three wickets after conceding just 14 runs, in his quota of 10 overs.
Clayton Lambert was the top scorer For US, who posted 84-ball 39, as Richard Staple-led side’s four batsmen returned back to pavilion without scoring.