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India added another feather to their cap by claiming the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, defeating New Zealand in a four-wicket chase marked by flair and consistency. The duo of captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill delivered a powerful opening stand worth 105 runs, laying the foundation . Though Virat Kohli fell cheaply, India regained momentum thanks to Shreyas Iyer’s steady 48 and Axar Patel’s quickfire 29 to anchor the middle overs
The climax was scripted by KL Rahul, unbeaten on 34, steering the chase alongside Hardik Pandya. In a dramatic finish, Ravindra Jadeja sealed the victory with calm nerves and precision, scoring the winning runs with an over to spare
India’s fielding, bowling changes, and strategic execution revealed their intent to dominate white-ball cricket. This title strengthens India’s legacy in limited-overs tournaments and positions them as favorites heading into upcoming global events. Fans in both India and New Zealand applauded the high-quality cricket and sportsmanship displayed throughout.