India clinched their third ICC Champions Trophy title with a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final held at the Dubai International Stadium on March 9, 2025. Chasing a challenging target of 252, India achieved the required runs in 49 overs, with one over to spare, completing a dominant tournament run, showcasing exceptional skill.
🏏 Final Match Summary
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New Zealand Innings: New Zealand posted 251/7 in 50 overs. Daryl Mitchell top-scored with 63 off 101 balls, while Michael Bracewell remained unbeaten on 53 off 40 balls. India’s spinners, including Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/45), played a pivotal role in restricting the Black Caps’ scoring. ESPN CricinfoESPN Cricinfo
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India Innings: Rohit Sharma led the chase with a composed 76 off 83 balls. Shreyas Iyer added a crucial 48 off 62 balls, anchoring the innings during a pivotal 61-run partnership with Axar Patel. KL Rahul remained unbeaten at 34, guiding India to victory with one over to spare. Reuters
🏆 Player of the Match & Player of the Series
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Player of the Match: Rohit Sharma for his match-winning 76 runs.
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Player of the Series: Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand) for his outstanding all-round performance throughout the tournament.
🌟 Shreyas Iyer’s Stellar Performance
Shreyas Iyer emerged as India’s top run-scorer in the tournament, accumulating 243 runs across five matches, including half-centuries against Pakistan and New Zealand in the group stage. His 48-run knock in the final was instrumental in India’s successful chase. Iyer’s consistent performances earned him the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March 2025.
🎉 India’s Record-Breaking Triumph
This victory marked India’s third Champions Trophy title, solidifying their dominance in international cricket. The team remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, showcasing exceptional skill and composure under pressure. ESPN Cricinfo
💰 Post-Tournament Recognition
Following their triumph, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) awarded the Indian team a substantial bonus of $6.72 million, recognizing their outstanding performance and back-to-back ICC tournament victories. This amount is three times the $2.24 million winner’s purse for the tournament. The BCCI allocated an additional 580 million rupees to the players, support staff, and selection committee as a token of appreciation for their dedication and excellence. Reuters