India secured a fantastic win against New Zealand by 4 wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 encrypting their name in the tournament history with 3 titles. The final match held at Dubai International Cricket Stadium started off with New Zealand batting first.
India chased a target of 252 runs, Rohit Sharma scoring a crucial 76 off 83 balls forming a strong opening partnership of 105 runs with Shubman Gill. Not just the captain, Shreyas Iyer with 48 off 62 balls, Axar Patel with 34 off 33 balls, KL Rahul with 34 off 33 balls and Ravindra Jadeja completing the chase with 6 balls to spare finishing at 254/6.
Although New Zealand scored a total of 251/7, backed by half century from Daryl MItchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53) they were stopped by the Indian bowling heroes: Kuldeep Yadav (2/40), Varun Chakaravarthy (2/45) & Ravindra Jadeja (1/30).
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Key Moments [India Vs. New Zealand Champions Trophy Final]
Kuldepp Yadav’s initial attack favoured India during New Zealand’s Innings. He knocked out Rachin Ravindra with a googly, breaking a promising 57-run partnership and halted New Zealand’s Momentum.
Glenn Phillips dismissed Shubhman Gill with a fantastic mid air one handed catch dive. This fielding outcome initiated quick wickets including Virat Kholi and Rohit Sharma with 3 consecutive wickets.
Rohit Sharma’s 76 off 83 balls laid a solid foundation for India’s chase. However, he got dismissed after a series of dot balls.
Shreyash Iyer and KL Rahul played a calm and composed innings to stabilize the team while Rahul and Ravindra completed the chase with 6 balls remaining.
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