India Wins Champions Trophy 2025 After Beating New Zealand in Final
Team India continued its dominance in world cricket by defeating New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India wins Champions Trophy 2025, the prestigious title for the third time, adding another feather to their ICC achievements.
The final match was thrilling, with India chasing down a target of 252 runs to seal a 4-wicket victory over the Black Caps. Rohit Sharma led from the front, with key contributions from Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Axar Patel, ensuring India lifted the trophy.
ND vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 Final Match
New Zealand Innings
| Batter | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachin Ravindra | 37 (42) | 5 | 0 |
| Will Young | 15 (21) | 2 | 0 |
| Kane Williamson | 11 (18) | 1 | 0 |
| Daryl Mitchell | 63 (101) | 6 | 0 |
| Glenn Phillips | 34 (39) | 4 | 1 |
| Tom Latham | 14 (23) | 1 | 0 |
| Michael Bracewell | 53* (40) | 3 | 2 |
| Extras | 24 | – | – |
| Total | 251/7 (50) | – | – |
India Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varun Chakravarthy | 10 | 42 | 2 | 4.2 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 10 | 45 | 2 | 4.5 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 10 | 30 | 1 | 3.0 |
| Mohammed Shami | 10 | 74 | 1 | 7.4 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 10 | 38 | 1 | 3.8 |
India Innings
| Batter | Runs (Balls) | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 76 (61) | 10 | 3 |
| Shubman Gill | 31 (40) | 5 | 0 |
| Virat Kohli | 0 (2) | 0 | 0 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 48 (55) | 6 | 0 |
| Axar Patel | 29 (32) | 3 | 1 |
| KL Rahul | 34* (36) | 4 | 0 |
| Hardik Pandya | 18 (16) | 2 | 0 |
| Extras | 16 | – | – |
| Total | 252/6 (49) | – | – |
New Zealand Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Santner | 10 | 47 | 2 | 4.7 |
| Michael Bracewell | 8 | 44 | 2 | 5.5 |
| Kyle Jamieson | 9.3 | 52 | 1 | 5.5 |
| Trent Boult | 10 | 50 | 0 | 5.0 |
India’s Historic Chase: Rohit Sharma & Gill’s Stunning Partnership
Chasing 252 runs, India got off to a dream start, thanks to a blistering opening partnership between Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. The duo put up a 105-run stand, marking the fifth-highest opening partnership in ICC ODI finals history.
- Rohit Sharma smashed a quickfire half-century in just 41 balls, setting the tone for a confident chase.
- Shubman Gill played a composed knock, rotating the strike efficiently and ensuring momentum remained with India.
- Their powerplay dominance allowed India to cross 100 runs within the first 15 overs, keeping the pressure firmly on New Zealand.
Prize Money & Rewards: India Bags Rs 20 Crore
With this monumental victory, Team India was awarded Rs 20 crore ($2.24 million) by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The runner-up New Zealand received Rs 9.72 crore ($1.12 million) for finishing second.
Match Result & Prize Money
| Winner | Margin | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| India | Won by 4 Wickets | ₹20 Cr ($2.24M) |
| New Zealand | Runner-up | ₹9.72 Cr ($1.12M) |
Winning the Champions Trophy further solidifies India’s position as a cricketing powerhouse, continuing their streak of ICC triumphs.
A Historic Milestone for Indian Cricket
This victory marks India’s third ICC Champions Trophy title (two outright wins and one shared title). The team’s balanced approach, strong leadership, and brilliant performances ensured they stood tall among the best teams in world cricket.
With this win, Rohit Sharma joins the elite list of captains who have led India to multiple ICC trophies, cementing his legacy in Indian cricket. The Champions Trophy 2025 will be remembered as a defining moment for Team India’s golden era.
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