India Clinches ICC Champions Trophy 2025 by Defeating New Zealand

By Samriddhi

Posted: March 9, 2025
Last updated: March 11, 2025

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India emerged victorious against New Zealand by four wickets to win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This marked India’s third win in the tournament’s history, with the final taking place at the Dubai International Stadium.

Match Summary

Rohit Sharma led the Indian team to reach the ICC Champions Trophy finals for the third consecutive time. Previously, India won the title in 2013 and was runner-up in 2017. New Zealand reached the finals after a triumphant win over South Africa in the semi-finals, while India beat Australia to secure their place in the final match.

Upon winning the toss, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner chose to bat first. The team set a target of 251/7 for India from their allotted overs. Notably, New Zealand was without their key pacer, Matt Henry, who missed the match due to a shoulder injury.

India’s Chase

India’s chase was propelled by noteworthy performances from KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya. The duo played a crucial role with aggressive batting to guide India through a critical phase when they required 46 runs off 42 balls. Their efforts secured a victory, with India surpassing the target and lifting the trophy.

It is significant to note that Rohit Sharma lost the toss for the 12th consecutive time in a Champions Trophy final, yet this did not deter India’s path to victory.

Injuries and Speculations

Before the final, Virat Kohli encountered a minor knee injury, raising concerns about team composition. Furthermore, speculation is rife regarding Rohit Sharma’s potential retirement from the 50-over format, although no official statement has been made.

Match Broadcast

Cricket enthusiasts had the opportunity to witness the match live on the Star Sports network and through the Jio Hotstar streaming platform.

With this win, India continues its legacy in ICC tournaments, marking a memorable achievement in the annals of cricket history. This win brought India’s ICC Champions Trophy victories to three, securing its status as one of cricket’s most formidable teams.