India Wins ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Under Rohit Sharma’s Leadership

Dubai: India secured their third Champions Trophy title in an impressive fashion, defeating New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. With a near-perfect run through the tournament, India capped off the victory with an unbeaten performance.

India, chasing a target of 252, reached their goal with two runs to spare, thanks to a match-winning shot from Ravindra Jadeja. With just two runs needed, Jadeja pulled a delivery from O’Rourke to deep square leg for a boundary, sealing the match and the tournament.

KL Rahul played a pivotal role in the chase, contributing valuable runs alongside Hardik Pandya, while Jadeja’s composure in the final moments ensured India’s victory.

Earlier, New Zealand posted a total of 251/7 in their allotted 50 overs, with Daryl Mitchell’s steady 63 and Michael Bracewell’s unbeaten 53 providing a solid foundation. India’s bowlers, including Mohammad Shami and Kuldeep Yadav, kept the pressure on, restricting New Zealand’s total.

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The victory marked India’s second consecutive ICC title following their T20 World Cup triumph in 2024. The win further solidified India’s dominance in global cricket, and under Rohit Sharma’s leadership, they continue to be a force to be reckoned with in international cricket.