India Outclass New Zealand to Win 2025 Champions Trophy

India clinched the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy by defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 9, 2025. New Zealand set a target of 252 runs, bolstered by half-centuries from Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell. In response, Indian captain Rohit Sharma led the chase with a top score of 76 runs, supported by Shreyas Iyer’s 48 and an unbeaten 34 from KL Rahul. Despite a brief resurgence from New Zealand’s bowlers, India reached the target in 49 overs, securing the title.