India Clinches ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Title

India`s thrilling 4-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final marked their second title in this tournament. Key performances came from Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, while Ravindra Jadeja and Shardul Thakur sealed the win. Kane Williamson top-scored for New Zealand, and Mohammed Shami was India`s best bowler. Virat Kohli was awarded Player of the Tournament, solidifying India`s status in ODI cricket.

India secured a thrilling 4-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 held in Dubai on March 9. Chasing a target of 252 runs, India reached 254/6 in 49 overs, marking their second Champions Trophy title. New Zealand, after being put in to bat, posted a total of 251/7 in their allotted 50 overs.

The Indian run chase was significantly bolstered by a crucial 75-run partnership between Shubman Gill, who scored 62 runs, and Shreyas Iyer, who contributed 48 runs. As the match neared its climax, with 35 runs needed off the last four overs, Ravindra Jadeja stepped up, scoring an unbeaten 31 off 20 balls, while Shardul Thakur added 18 runs off just 10 balls to guide India to victory. Trent Boult was the standout bowler for New Zealand, taking 3 wickets for 52 runs.

Kane Williamson was the top scorer for New Zealand with 89 runs, while Mohammed Shami was India`s best bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 55 runs. This victory not only marked India’s first ICC trophy since their 2013 Champions Trophy win but also sparked jubilant celebrations among Indian fans at the Dubai International Stadium. Captain Rohit Sharma lifted the trophy, adding to India`s previous titles in 2002 and 2013. Virat Kohli was named Player of the Tournament for his consistent batting performances throughout the competition. This win solidifies India’s status as a top ODI team heading into the 2027 World Cup. For more details, visit cricket and India.

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