India, March 10 -- Rohit Sharma-led India won the Champions Trophy for the third time by beating New Zealand in the finals of the 2025 edition in Dubai. However, the entire team has been marred by the 'advantage' row, with several cricket pundits arguing that the Indian camp had the conditions in their favour by being stationed at one place and knowing the pitch conditions well. Hardik Pandya was asked why his team didn't travel to Pakistan for the eight-team tournament, and the all-rounder gave a very seasoned answer.

Because India did not travel to Pakistan for the tournament, the competition was played in a hybrid model, with Rohit Sharma and co playing their matches in Dubai.

India first topped Group A by beating Pakistan, Banglades...