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PM Modi Hails Team India’s ICC Champions Trophy Victory: Men In Blue Clinch Third Title

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Team India for their remarkable victory in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy. Leading the charge, Rohit Sharma’s men triumphed over New Zealand by 4 wickets in a thrilling finale at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, “An exceptional game and an exceptional result! Proud of our cricket team for bringing home the ICC Champions Trophy. They’ve played wonderfully through the tournament. Congratulations to our team for the splendid all-around display.”

Rohit Sharma Leads India To Victory With A Brilliant Knock

On a sunny afternoon in Dubai, Indian captain Rohit Sharma played a match-defining knock, top-scoring with 76 runs off 83 balls. His explosive innings laid a solid foundation in India’s chase of 252 runs. However, despite a promising start, New Zealand’s spinners kept the pressure mounting, making India’s path to victory more challenging than expected.

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After Rohit’s dismissal, India faced a brief moment of tension. Shreyas Iyer contributed 48 runs off 62 balls, but the pressure mounted as wickets fell at regular intervals. However, KL Rahul, with his composed 34 not out from 33 balls, and Hardik Pandya, who added vital runs before his dismissal, ensured that India crossed the line with an over to spare, securing their third Champions Trophy title.

India’s Third ICC Champions Trophy Title: A Historic Achievement

This win marks India’s third ICC Champions Trophy victory, having previously shared the title with Sri Lanka in 2002 and won it outright in 2013 under MS Dhoni’s leadership. The victory is particularly significant as it came on the heels of India’s disappointing exit from the 2023 ODI World Cup on home soil, offering a much-needed redemption.

New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell And Michael Bracewell Shine

Earlier in the day, New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell played crucial roles with the bat. Mitchell anchored the innings, scoring 63 runs off 101 balls, while Bracewell provided a late flourish, finishing unbeaten on 53 off 40 balls. Their contrasting half-centuries helped New Zealand post a total of 251/7 in their 50 overs.

Despite the solid contributions from Mitchell and Bracewell, New Zealand struggled to accelerate as India’s spinners dominated the middle overs. Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy picked up two wickets each, while Ravindra Jadeja claimed a crucial scalp. Together, the spinners laid the groundwork for India’s victory.

Team India Remains Unbeaten In The Tournament

India remained undefeated throughout the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, delivering dominant performances from the start. In their opening match, they defeated Bangladesh, followed by a resounding victory over arch-rivals Pakistan. India continued their impressive run by topping the group stage with a win over New Zealand and securing a semi-final spot, where they outclassed Australia to book a place in the final.

This triumph not only solidifies India’s status as the most successful team in the history of the Champions Trophy but also adds another feather to their cap in the world of international cricket.

The Road To Victory: A Consistent Team Performance

India’s success in the tournament was built on a team effort, with contributions from both bat and ball. The spinners, in particular, played a pivotal role in restricting opposition teams and taking crucial wickets in the middle overs. With consistent performances throughout the tournament, India became the deserved champions, taking the trophy back home to a jubilant fanbase.

The victory marks a memorable moment in Indian cricket, providing fans and players alike with much-needed joy and pride following the heartbreak of the 2023 World Cup.

Richa Kaushik

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