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Champions play like champions—and Team India just proved why they are the undisputed kings of white-ball cricket! In a thrilling ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets at the Dubai International Stadium, securing their third Champions Trophy title after victories in 2002 (shared with Sri Lanka) and 2013.
New Zealand’s Fight, India’s Comeback!
Opting to bat first, New Zealand posted 251/7 in 50 overs, riding on crucial knocks from Daryl Mitchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53).
- Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/45) choked New Zealand’s scoring rate in the middle overs, breaking key partnerships.
- Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah kept things tight in the death overs, ensuring India had a chaseable target.
India’s Chase: Rohit Leads, Rahul Finishes the Job!
A final demands a strong start, and Captain Rohit Sharma delivered in style!
- Rohit smashed 76 runs, setting the platform for the chase.
- Virat Kohli (42) and Shreyas Iyer (37) provided valuable contributions before a mini-collapse put India under pressure.
- With nine balls to spare, KL Rahul (34) held his nerve, guiding India to victory with a calm and composed finish.
Why This Win Means More for Indian Cricket Fans!
For Grolife Sports’ audience—fans who live and breathe every ball, every move, and every strategy—this victory was a statement to the world.
✅ India’s dominance in ICC tournaments—from World Cups to the Champions Trophy, India continues to be a powerhouse.
✅ Smart tactics and execution—whether it was spin at the right moments or controlled aggression in the chase, this team delivered!
✅ A complete squad—top-order stability, middle-order firepower, match-winning bowlers—India has all the ingredients of a champion team!
What’s Next for Team India?
With this win, India now shifts its focus to the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. The momentum is strong, confidence is high, and expectations are even higher. Fans will be eagerly waiting to see if India can continue this dream run and add another ICC trophy to their cabinet!
Now Over to You!
For our sports-loving, digital-first audience, here’s what we want to know:
- Was this India’s most dominant ICC tournament run ever?
- Who was your standout performer of the final?
- Can India maintain this winning form in the T20 World Cup?
Drop your thoughts in the comments, because at Grolife Sports, we don’t just report sports, we live it with you!
