India Triumphs Over New Zealand to Clinch Champions Trophy 2025

Dubai, UAE – In a thrilling encounter, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With this victory, India ended their long wait for an ICC ODI title, their first since MS Dhoni's 2013 Champions Trophy win.

New Zealand, batting first, posted 251/7 in 50 overs, with Daryl Mitchell scoring 61 runs, while Kuldeep Yadav took 2/40. In response, India reached 254/6 in 49 overs, with Rohit Sharma scoring 76 and KL Rahul remaining unbeaten on 34. Michael Bracewell took 2/28.

Match Details:

 * Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, UAE

 * Result: India won by four wickets

 * New Zealand Score: 251/7 (50 overs)

 * India Score: 254/6 (49 overs)

 * Player of the Match: Rohit Sharma (India)

 * Player of the Tournament: Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand)

Key Highlights:

 * Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill provided India with a strong start, forging a 105-run partnership.

  *KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja guided India to victory.

  *This victory is a significant achievement for Indian cricket, showcasing the team's strength and determination.

With this win, India secured their third Champions Trophy title, becoming the most successful team in the tournament's history.