India emerged victorious in the 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand, winning by four wickets. The match, held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, featured contributions from key players like Rohit Sharma and Varun Chakaravarthy. Social media buzzed with memes after India’s historic win, while Captain Rohit Sharma expressed gratitude for fan support and pride in their achievements.
India triumphed over New Zealand by four wickets in the 2025 Champions Trophy final held on March 9 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking their third victory in the history of this prestigious tournament. New Zealand batted first, achieving a total of 251 runs at the cost of seven wickets.
Notable performances from New Zealand included Daryl Mitchell with 63 runs, Michael Bracewell, who remained not out with 53, and contributions from Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips. For India, bowlers Varun Chakaravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav each claimed two wickets, while Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja captured one wicket each.
Rohit Sharma’s commendable innings of 76 runs laid the groundwork for India’s chase, although he did not finish the innings. Following his dismissal, tight bowling from New Zealand spinners momentarily halted India’s progress. However, Shreyas Iyer’s 48 and KL Rahul’s unbeaten 34 were crucial in steering the team to victory.
The thrilling defeat ignited a wave of creativity on social media, with fans sharing humorous memes on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. One notable meme posed, “Wo India ka jhanda gaadne Pakistan chale kya? (Shall we go to Pakistan to hoist the India flag?).”
At the post-match presentation, Captain Rohit Sharma expressed immense satisfaction regarding their title victory. This win adds to India’s two consecutive ICC titles, following their triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup held in the West Indies and the USA.
Rohit praised the unwavering support from the fans, stating, “It is not our home ground, but they made it our home ground. To get that result in the end was very satisfying.” He commended the spinners for consistently executing their plans throughout the tournament, highlighting Varun’s unique gameplay.
Rohit further noted, “Varun has got something different about him… when he played against New Zealand and got five wickets, we wanted to maximize his talent.” His leadership has now secured him two ICC trophies within a span of nine months.
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In summary, India’s significant victory over New Zealand in the 2025 Champions Trophy final showcases their resilience and talent. Rohit Sharma’s leadership has once again proven effective, enabling the team to claim their second consecutive ICC title. Humor amongst fans through memes further reflects the camaraderie and enjoyment surrounding cricket. With ongoing enthusiasm for the sport, followers eagerly anticipate future competitions.
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