Josh Inglis's first ODI century propelled Australia to a record run chase, surpassing England's 351 with 15 balls to spare in the Champions Trophy Group B match. Inglis's aggressive 86-ball 101 and key partnerships with Alex Carey and Marnus Labuschagne anchored the successful chase.
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