Cricket Legend Joins in the Festivities as India Clinches Historic Third Champions Trophy Title
March 10, 2025: Dubai: The Champions Trophy 2025 final ended with scenes of pure elation, not just among the Indian team, but also among former cricketing legends. Sunil Gavaskar, one of India’s greatest cricketers, couldn’t contain his excitement and broke into an impromptu victory dance, which has since gone viral on social media.
Sunil Gavaskar after India won champions trophy 😂😂😂
— Chintan Patel (@Patel_Chintan_) March 9, 2025
I think now we can understand his harsh criticism of players pic.twitter.com/rWNsT8k47b
Gavaskar, a respected voice in Indian cricket, was seen cheering and dancing alongside sports presenter Mayanti Langer, who burst into laughter watching the legendary cricketer groove to India’s momentous win. The video, which quickly made rounds online, showcased the pure joy of India’s cricket fraternity as the team lifted its third Champions Trophy title—the most by any team in history.
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🏆 Rohit Sharma Leads India to Historic Victory
With this 4-wicket win over New Zealand, Rohit Sharma cemented his place as one of India’s greatest captains. He became the second-most successful Indian captain in ICC events, with two major trophies—Champions Trophy 2025 and T20 World Cup 2024—to his name.
India, already T20 World Cup champions, have now won two ICC titles in less than nine months, an achievement that has solidified their dominance in world cricket. The final saw Rohit Sharma score a match-winning 76, well-supported by Shreyas Iyer (48), KL Rahul (34), Axar Patel (29), and Hardik Pandya (18)* as India successfully chased 252 with an over to spare.
🎉 A Night of Celebrations in Dubai
As Ravindra Jadeja hit the winning runs, fireworks lit up the Dubai sky, and Indian fans erupted in joy. Players took a victory lap with the Indian flag, with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma sharing an emotional hug.
Sunil Gavaskar, overwhelmed with happiness, could not resist joining in the celebrations, and his dance moves became an instant sensation on social media. Fans hailed his energy, with one user tweeting,
“Even at 75, Sunil Gavaskar is a legend both on and off the field! That dance sums up India’s dominance in world cricket!”
— Sau Al'Nassr (@bimarsangakkara) March 9, 2025
🏆 India’s Champions Trophy Journey – A Record Third Title
India’s third Champions Trophy victory (2002, 2013, 2025) makes them the most successful team in the tournament’s history. Under MS Dhoni, India had last won the title in 2013, ending a 10-year ICC trophy drought. Now, under Rohit Sharma, India has reclaimed their spot at the top of world cricket.
With this ICC victory, India continues to set new benchmarks in world cricket, and Sunil Gavaskar’s joyful dance is the perfect representation of the nation’s celebrations! 🎊🇮🇳🏆
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