Champions Trophy 2025: Team India created history by winning the Champions Trophy 2025, defeating New Zealand by 4 wickets in the final at Dubai International Stadium. With this thrilling victory, India ended a 12-year wait for the Champions Trophy and claimed its third title, surpassing Australia’s record.
Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India has now won two ICC trophies in just nine months, having previously triumphed in the T20 World Cup 2024. Rohit led from the front, scoring a match-winning 76 runs, supported by Shreyas Iyer (48 runs), KL Rahul (34), and Hardik Pandya’s late cameo of 18 runs.
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India’s Chase: Rohit, Shreyas Shine, Hardik Finishes in Style
Chasing a target of 252, India got off to a flying start as Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill put together a crucial 105-run opening partnership. Rohit’s aggressive 76 runs off 84 balls set the tone, while Gill contributed 31 runs. After losing key wickets, Shreyas Iyer stabilized the innings with a crucial 48, guiding India closer to victory.
In the tense final overs, Hardik Pandya played a quickfire 18-run knock, ensuring that India crossed the finish line with an over to spare. The winning shot came off Ravindra Jadeja’s bat, sealing an iconic win for Team India.
Kuldeep Yadav’s Game-Changing Spell
Earlier in the match, India’s bowling attack restricted New Zealand to 251 runs. Kuldeep Yadav was the game-changer, dismantling New Zealand’s batting lineup with two key wickets in successive overs. He dismissed Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson, shifting the momentum in India’s favor.
Despite Daryl Mitchell’s fighting 63 runs and Michael Bracewell’s quick 53 off 40 balls, New Zealand struggled against India’s disciplined bowling attack. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja also picked crucial wickets, ensuring a manageable chase for India.
Playing-11 of both the teams
India:
Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami and Varun Chakraborty.
New Zealand:
Mitchell Santner (captain) , Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Kyle Jamieson and William O’Rourke.
India’s Record-Breaking Champions Trophy Triumph
With this historic win, India has now become the most successful team in Champions Trophy history, surpassing Australia. India’s three titles include:
- 2002 (Shared with Sri Lanka)
- 2013 (Under MS Dhoni’s captaincy)
- 2025 (Under Rohit Sharma’s leadership)
This victory further cements Rohit Sharma’s legacy as one of India’s most successful captains, having won back-to-back ICC trophies within a year.
India’s Revenge: Payback for the 2000 Champions Trophy Final
This win also marks India’s revenge against New Zealand, who defeated them in the 2000 Champions Trophy final. Back then, Chris Cairns’ unbeaten 102 runs shattered India’s hopes, despite Sourav Ganguly’s century (117 runs).
After 25 years, India has finally settled the score, with Rohit Sharma and his team delivering a commanding performance to bring home the Champions Trophy once again.
What’s Next for Team India?
With this sensational win, India has now set its sights on future ICC tournaments. The team’s recent dominance in world cricket showcases its strength and depth, making them strong contenders for upcoming ICC events.
As the celebrations begin, fans across the world rejoice in India’s moment of glory, with the tricolor flying high in Dubai. Stay tuned for more updates on Team India’s journey towards cricketing excellence!
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This iconic Champions Trophy win is a testament to India’s dominance in world cricket. With a stellar captain in Rohit Sharma, a balanced team, and match-winning performances, India has once again etched its name in ICC history.
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