India wins yet another Champion’s Trophy in a thrilling match with New Zealand on March 9th, 2025. Its another day, another historic win for Team India! Rohit Sharma nd his men pulled off a nerve-wracking four wicket victory over New Zealand under the dazzling lights of the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This is India’s third ICC Champiions Trophy. It was a game filled with drama, comebacks and thrilling moments that had fans biting their nails till the last over.
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New Zealand’s Target
Batting first, New Zealand put up a solid fight, finishing at 251/7 in 50 overs. Daryl Mitchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53*) held the innings together, but they never really got the acceleration they wanted. Credit for that goes to India’s spin duo—Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy—who made sure the Kiwis never got away. Their smart variations and tight lines kept the scoring in check, proving yet again why India’s spin attack is one of the best in the world.
India’s Chase
Chasing 252 in a final is never easy. But Rohit Sharma made it look effortless. The Indian skipper led from the front, scoring a classy 76 with his trademark pull shots and effortless drives.
Things were going smoothly until New Zealand, known for their never-give-up attitude, fought back with a couple of quick wickets. Suddenly, India found themselves in a tricky situation. But just when it looked like the match could slip away, Shreyas Iyer (48) steadied the ship, and KL Rahul (34*), ever the cool finisher, took India home with a boundary in the final over.
What the Captains Said
Rohit Sharma, beaming with pride, praised his team’s composure:
“Our spinners have been outstanding throughout the tournament. We knew if we stayed calm, we’d get over the line.”
On the other hand, New Zealand’s captain, Mitchell Santner, admitted they were a few runs short:
“We felt 270 would’ve been a better total. India’s spinners kept us from getting there, and in the end, they deserved the win.”
A Historic Win for India
With this victory, India secured their third Champions Trophy title, adding to their previous wins in 2002 and 2013. The celebrations were instant—fans flooded the streets, fireworks lit up the sky, and social media exploded with congratulatory messages.
This win wasn’t just about another trophy. It was about resilience, composure, and a team that knows how to step up when it matters the most. And as Indian fans soak in the glory, one thing is clear—this team isn’t done winning just yet!
What’s Next?
With the T20 World Cup coming up, India’s confidence will be sky-high. Can they carry this momentum forward and add another title to their collection? Only time will tell.
For now, though, the Champions Trophy is coming home, and the celebrations are just getting started!
