India Wins ICC Champions Trophy for the Third Time

India has once again made history by winning the ICC Champions Trophy for the third time. In an exciting final against New Zealand, India displayed skill, resilience, and teamwork to claim victory. Chasing 252 runs, India reached 252/6. This triumph further establishes India as a dominant force in world cricket.

Player of the Match & Tournament

• Player of the Match: Rohit Sharma
• Player of the Tournament: Rachin Ravindra (263 Runs)

The Road to the Final

India’s journey to the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy final was nothing short of spectacular. With dominant performances in the group stage and a convincing semi-final win, the Men in Blue displayed their championship pedigree.

Group Stage Performance

India started their campaign with impressive victories, showcasing a balanced approach with both bat and ball. Key players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Hardik Pandya played pivotal roles in ensuring India reached the knockout stages with ease.

Semi-Final Thriller

In the semi-final against Australia, India put up a commanding performance. A solid batting display and an exceptional bowling attack ensured a place in the grand finale.

The Final Showdown – India vs New Zealand

Toss and Match Conditions

New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat first in a pressure-packed final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The pitch offered assistance to both batsmen and bowlers, making it an exciting contest.

New Zealand’s Innings

Batting first, New Zealand posted a competitive total of 251 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Key contributions came from Daryl Mitchell (63 runs) and Michael Bracewell (53 runs), while India’s bowling attack, led by , Varun Chakaravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav restricted the Kiwis from setting a bigger total.

Bowling Highlights:

• Varun Chakaravarthy: 2/45 in 10 overs
• Kuldeep Yadav: 2/40 in 10 overs

Key Batting Contributions:

• Rohit Sharma: 76 (83 balls)
• Shreyas Iyer: 48 (62 balls)
• KL Rahul: 34* (33 balls)

Historic Triumph – India’s Third ICC Champions Trophy Title

With this win, India clinched its third ICC Champions Trophy title, adding to its previous victories in 2002 (shared with Sri Lanka) and 2013 (defeating England). This triumph reinforces India’s ability to perform under pressure and excel in global tournaments.

List of India’s ICC Champions Trophy Wins:

1. 2002 – Joint winners with Sri Lanka
2. 2013 – Defeated England in the final
3. 2025 – Defeated New Zealand in the final