India vs New Zealand Highlights, Champions Trophy 2025 Final
India Secures Historic Third Champions Trophy Title with Thrilling Win
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in a thrilling Champions Trophy 2025 final, securing their third ICC title in this tournament’s history. Chasing a target of 252, India successfully reached the total in 49 overs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Previously, India was a joint-winner in 2002 and claimed the trophy again in 2013. Now, in 2025, they have lifted the Champions Trophy once more.
India’s Bowlers Shine as New Zealand Posts 251/7
After winning the toss, New Zealand opted to bat first but faced stiff resistance from India’s spinners. Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/45) led the bowling attack, while Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami took one wicket each. Despite the pressure, Daryl Mitchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53) played crucial innings, guiding New Zealand to 251/7.
Rohit Sharma’s Firepower Sets Up India’s Chase
India’s run chase started on a strong note, with captain Rohit Sharma smashing a commanding 76. Shreyas Iyer (48) and KL Rahul (34*), along with other contributions, ensured India reached the target comfortably, sealing the victory against the Blackcaps.
This win marks another historic milestone for Indian cricket as they continue their dominance in ICC tournaments.
Champions Trophy 2025 Final Live: Rohit Sharma’s Reaction After the Victory
Indian captain Rohit Sharma expressed his gratitude to the fans after the thrilling win in the Champions Trophy 2025 Final. He praised the incredible support from the crowd, saying,
“The fans made this stadium feel like our home ground. It was amazing to see so many people cheering for us. Winning this match for them was truly satisfying.”
Sharma also highlighted the performance of the team’s spinners, acknowledging the high expectations from them on a spin-friendly pitch. He emphasized that the team understood their strengths and used them to their advantage.
Champions Trophy 2025 Final Live: Mitchell Santner Reflects on the Match
New Zealand’s captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged the tough competition and credited India for their strong performance. He said,
“It was a great tournament for us. We faced challenges but grew as a team and played good cricket. India played exceptionally well today and deserved the win.”
Santner also praised his team’s effort, highlighting the players who stepped up in different moments. He admitted that their total was 25 runs short and credited India’s world-class spinners for their exceptional bowling, which made the difference in the match.
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