Gangtok, March 10 -- India clinched their third ICC Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Chasing a target of 252, India reached 254 for 6 in 49 overs, with captain Rohit Sharma leading the charge with a stellar 76 off 83 balls.

The Indian innings commenced with a solid 105-run partnership between openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. Despite a mid-innings wobble, contributions from Shreyas Iyer (48) and a composed unbeaten 34 from KL Rahul ensured India remained on track. Ravindra Jadeja sealed the victory with a boundary, concluding the chase with six balls to spare.

Earlier, New Zealand opted to bat first and posted 251 for...