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India Clinches Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit’s 76, Rahul’s Calm Finish Seal Victory Over New Zealand

India secures a thrilling four-wicket win over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 Final, chasing 252 with an over to spare.

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Dubai International Cricket Stadium witnessed an electrifying final as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets, successfully chasing 252 in 49 overs to win the Champions Trophy 2025.

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India’s Chase: Rohit’s Masterclass & Rahul’s Finishing Touch

India’s innings got off to a strong start, led by Rohit Sharma (76 off 83), who dominated the powerplay alongside Shubman Gill (31 off 50). However, a quick collapse in the middle overs, including the dismissals of Virat Kohli (1), Shreyas Iyer (48), and Axar Patel (29), put pressure on the chase.

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With KL Rahul (34) and Hardik Pandya (18) steering the innings*, India needed 36 runs off 35 balls when Hardik fell. But Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja (9)* held their nerves to take India past the target, securing victory with six balls to spare.

New Zealand’s Innings: Bracewell’s Heroics & India’s Spin Web

Batting first, New Zealand posted 251/7 in 50 overs, thanks to a fighting knock from Michael Bracewell (53 off 40). Daryl Mitchell (63) and Rachin Ravindra (37) provided stability, but India’s spin attack turned the game.

Varun Chakravarthy (2/45) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) led India’s charge, restricting New Zealand’s batters in the middle overs. Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja chipped in with crucial wickets.

Key Stats & Match Summary:

New Zealand: 251/7 (50.0 overs)
- Daryl Mitchell 63 (101), Michael Bracewell 53 (40)*
- Kuldeep Yadav 2/40, Varun Chakravarthy 2/45
India: 254/6 (49.0 overs)
- Rohit Sharma 76 (83), Shreyas Iyer 48 (62), KL Rahul 34 (33)*
- Mitchell Santner 2/46, Michael Bracewell 2/28

Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Powerplay Comparison

Team	Powerplay 1 (1-10 overs)	Powerplay 2 (11-40 overs)	Powerplay 3 (41-50 overs)
New Zealand	69/1	103/4	79/2
India	64/0	127/4	63/2

India’s Road to Glory

With this victory, India cements its status as the dominant force in ODI cricket, securing their third Champions Trophy title. Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, Varun Chakravarthy’s impact, and KL Rahul’s finishing ability proved vital in lifting the trophy.