Key Points:
- India Wins Champions Trophy 2025: India defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets to claim their third Champions Trophy title.
- Captain Rohit Sharma’s Leadership: Rohit led India to victory with a crucial 76 runs, his second ICC title as captain.
- New Zealand’s Performance: Despite a strong start, New Zealand struggled against India’s spin attack, managing 251/7.
Dubai: India secured a historic win in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, defeating New Zealand by 4 wickets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India remained undefeated throughout the tournament, showcasing their dominance in white-ball cricket. This victory marks India’s third Champions Trophy title, following previous wins in 2002 (shared with Sri Lanka) and 2013 under MS Dhoni’s captaincy.
Chase and Victory
Chasing a target of 252 runs, India got off to a blistering start with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill forming a 105-run partnership for the first wicket. Rohit’s 76 runs set the tone for the chase, while crucial partnerships from Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, and an unbeaten 34 from KL Rahul ensured India crossed the line. Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning runs in the penultimate over, securing a thrilling victory.
New Zealand’s Struggle Against Spin
New Zealand, who opted to bat first after winning the toss, faced significant challenges against India’s potent spin attack. Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy were instrumental in stifling the Kiwi batsmen, with Kuldeep dismissing Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson in quick succession. Despite half-centuries from Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell, New Zealand managed only 251/7 in their 50 overs.
Rohit Sharma’s Leadership and Records
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has been pivotal in India’s recent success in ICC events. This win marks his second ICC title as captain, following the T20 World Cup victory last year. Rohit and Virat Kohli have now won four ICC trophies each, solidifying their status as cricket legends.
Future Prospects
With this victory, India continues to assert its dominance in white-ball cricket, setting the stage for future ICC tournaments. The team’s ability to adapt to different conditions and opponents will be crucial as they look to maintain their winning streak.
