๐ฎ๐ณ India Triumphs in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final: A Spectacular Victory Over New Zealand ๐๐ฅ
๐ฎ๐ณ India Triumphs in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final A Spectacular Victory Over New Zealand ๐๐ฅ
๐ India Clinches ICC Champions Trophy 2025!
In a thrilling finale at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India emerged victorious against New Zealand with a four-wicket win to claim their third ICC Champions Trophy title. This victory further cements Indiaโs dominance in world cricket and showcases their ability to thrive under pressure.
๐ Match Overview
| Match | Final โ ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
| ๐ฐ Date | March 9, 2025 |
| ๐ Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| ๐ Result | India won by four wickets |
| ๐ฅ Player of the Match | Rohit Sharma |
| ๐ Winning Captain | Rohit Sharma |
๐ New Zealand Innings: Resilient but Restricted
Opting to bat first, New Zealand posted a total of 251/7 in their allotted 50 overs. The innings saw a steady yet restrained approach, with Daryl Mitchellโs solid 63 and Michael Bracewellโs unbeaten 53 providing crucial contributions. However, Indiaโs spin attack tightened the screws, preventing a late flourish.
๐ Indiaโs Bowling Performance
Indiaโs bowlers dominated the game, with spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy dismantling key batsmen.
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets | Economy Rate |
| Mohammed Shami | 10 | 0 | 74 | 0 | 7.40 |
| Hardik Pandya | 8 | 0 | 56 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 10 | 0 | 45 | 2 | 4.50 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 10 | 0 | 40 | 2 | 4.00 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 10 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 3.60 |
| Axar Patel | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 6.00 |
๐ฅ Indiaโs Chase: A Mix of Composure and Aggression
Chasing a target of 252, India showcased both flair and resilience. Captain Rohit Sharma led from the front with a magnificent 76 off 83 balls, while Shreyas Iyerโs crucial 48 and KL Rahulโs unbeaten 34 guided India to victory with an over to spare.
๐ Batting Performance
| Player | Runs | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Fours | Sixes |
| Rohit Sharma | 76 | 83 | 91.57 | 8 | 2 |
| Shubman Gill | 33 | 45 | 73.33 | 4 | 0 |
| Virat Kohli | 1 | 4 | 25.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 48 | 65 | 73.84 | 5 | 1 |
| Axar Patel | 28 | 39 | 71.79 | 2 | 0 |
| KL Rahul | 34* | 31 | 109.68 | 3 | 1 |
| Hardik Pandya | 18 | 18 | 100.00 | 2 | 0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 5* | 7 | 71.42 | 0 | 0 |
(โโ indicates not out.)
๐ฅ Key Moments That Defined the Final
โจ Rohit Sharmaโs Masterclass
The Indian captainโs composed innings set the foundation for victory, earning him the Player of the Match award.
โ๏ธ Spin Dominance
Indiaโs spinners restricted New Zealandโs middle order, with Kuldeep Yadavโs double strike proving decisive.
๐ฏ Fielding Concerns
Despite the win, Indiaโs fielding was lackluster, with multiple dropped catches that could have proved costly in a tighter contest.
๐ Indiaโs ICC Champions Trophy Titles
| Year | Opponent | Result |
| 2002 | Sri Lanka | โญ Shared Trophy (Rain) |
| 2013 | England | ๐ Won by 5 runs |
| 2025 | New Zealand | ๐ Won by 4 wickets |
๐ฌ Reactions & Celebrations
๐ค Rohit Sharma (Captain, India):
โThis win is special! The boys played their hearts out, and we dedicate this to our incredible fans.โ
๐ค Virat Kohli:
โHappy The team effort was outstanding.โ
๐ Celebrations Across India
The streets of Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata erupted in celebrations as fans danced, burst crackers, and waved the tricolor with pride. Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages, with Bollywood stars and sports icons hailing the teamโs remarkable feat.
๐ฆ A Night to Remember for Indian Cricket
Indiaโs triumphant journey in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 showcased their resilience, skill, and championship mentality. From Rohit Sharmaโs captainโs knock to Kuldeep Yadavโs spin magic, the Men in Blue proved why they are one of the greatest teams in world cricket.
As fireworks lit up the Dubai skyline, India celebrated yet another golden chapter in their cricketing history! ๐๐
๐ฎ๐ณ CONGRATULATIONS, TEAM INDIA! ๐๐ฅ
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