India lifted the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. New Zealand, opting to bat first, posted a competitive 251/7 in 50 overs. Daryl Mitchell anchored the innings with a well-compiled 63, while Michael Bracewell’s unbeaten 53 provided late resistance. Other key contributors included Rachin Ravindra (37) and Glenn Phillips (34), but the Kiwi batting lineup struggled to build dominant partnerships.
India’s bowling attack, led by Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy with two wickets each, kept New Zealand in check. Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami chipped in with one wicket apiece, ensuring the Black Caps couldn’t accelerate beyond 251.
Chasing 252, India’s skipper Rohit Sharma set the tone with a blistering 76 off 65 balls, smashing seven fours and three sixes. He put on a commanding 105-run opening stand with Shubman Gill (31), before Glenn Phillips’ stunning catch ended Gill’s innings. However, Virat Kohli endured a rare failure, departing for just one run off two balls, dismissed by Bracewell.
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New Zealand clawed back into the contest when Ravindra dismissed Rohit at 122, giving the Kiwis a glimmer of hope. Shreyas Iyer played a responsible knock of 48 before falling short of his fifty, while Axar Patel contributed a valuable 29. Hardik Pandya’s quickfire 18, alongside KL Rahul’s composed finishing, guided India home with balls to spare.
Champions Again! India Wins ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Style
This victory marks India’s second ICC Champions Trophy title, solidifying their dominance in global tournaments. Meanwhile, New Zealand, making their third appearance in the final, fell just short of claiming their second trophy. The win sparked celebrations among Indian fans worldwide, adding yet another prestigious ICC title to India’s trophy cabinet.
