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PremiumIND vs NZ LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Rohit Sharma scored a fifty while KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 34 as India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final of the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Sunday to lift the title for the third time. India had earlier won the tournament in 2002 and 2013.
Chasing 252 for a win, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill laid the platform with a 105-run stand before KL Rahul steered the Men in Blue to a thrilling win with an over to spare.
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IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: In a press release by BCCI, Roger Binny said, "This triumph is a landmark moment for Indian cricket, following the high of last year's T20 World Cup success. To dominate yet another global tournament and bring home the Champions Trophy is a phenomenal achievement. The team has played with unparalleled consistency and character, and I congratulate captain Rohit Sharma, Head Coach Gautam Gambhir, and the entire squad for their historic success."
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking after the match, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said, "This victory is a testament to the talent and perseverance of Indian cricket. The way this team has performed under pressure and delivered in crucial moments is truly commendable. Congratulations to every player, the support staff, selection committee and the fans who have stood by the team."
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking after the win on Sunday, Rahul said,“It's really pleasing for me. The work that I'm putting in to different roles requires a lot of preparation, work outside the cricket field, thinking about how I need to take each game and how I need to perform in different situations and watch some of the players that bat at 5, 6 and how they've been successful,"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking to the broadcasters, Kohli said, "It's been a long time since we've had a Champions Trophy, and the format is really good. This was our aim. After a tough tour of Australia, we came here and won a big tournament, which has once again boosted our confidence as a team,"
"Throughout the tournament, different players stepped up in different matches. There were moments in past tournaments where we weren't able to finish games or capitalise on crucial situations. But this time, we learned from those experiences." the veteran Indian batter added
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: In a post on X, Ganguly wrote, "Superb effort by india .. What a performance in world tournaments last 2 yrs . so much depth in the squad .. congratulations to all .. Rohit sharma captain marvellous .. @bcci,"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: "Very, very proud. So happy. We're not only celebrating the 25 years of IIFA tonight but more than that we're celebrating India's victory," Kriti Sanon said at IIFA awards
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: In a video posted on X, Shoaib Akhtar said, "India has won the ICC Champions Trophy...I saw a strange thing, that no representative from the PCB was there. It is my question--why was there nobody from PCB to present or give the trophy? Pakistan was the host nation, but there was nobody there. Think about it, feeling very down to see that,"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: "These eight years have been so long. So much has happened. At the same time, India's win has been very important for me. If that happens, toh sab bhala. I hope everyone is happy back home and celebrating," Hardik Pandya said after the win.
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking to ANI, Surya said, "This team has shown the world what they are capable of. Truly inspiring. A perfect example of character determination and grit. Congratulations, Champions,"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking after the match, Rohit said, "KL obviously has been doing a lot of challenging work for the team for so many years now. And I am very, very happy with how he managed to pull this tournament and batted in the pressure situation, both in the semifinals and this game as well. The contribution may not be 70-80, but those 30-40s are a very, very important one. When you are chasing, run the ball at the back end, it can get tough. It can get difficult. But with KL being there, we know that he has got that mind where he keeps himself calm and keeps the dressing room also very calm, so I am very happy with how he you know managed in this tournament and really happy for you know the contributions that he made for the team,"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Rohit Sharma, while ending retirement rumours, said, “I am not going to retire from this format. Just to make sure no rumours are spread moving forward. Koi future plan hai nahi, jo chal raha hai chalega"
IND vs NZ LIVE SCORE: Speaking after the match, Rahul said, "I have viewed myself or how I have always played cricket or what I have been taught from a very early age from my coaches is that cricket is a team game and whatever the team requires of you, and you need to be able to do that, you need to be able to accept that firstly and find a way to put in performances for the team and understand what your role is, understand what the responsibility is, understand what it takes to be successful batting in defence,"
Celebrations continue after Champions Trophy 2025
ICC Chairman Jay Shah gets ready to hand over the champions trophy to Indian players. Rohit Sharma takes the trophy and thy celebrations start.
Time for the Indian players to collect their white blazers which is presented to the team winning the Champions Trophy. BCCI president Roger Binny to give away the jackets.
I appreciate everyone who came to support us. The crowd has been amazing. Not our home ground but they made it our home ground. Very satisfying win. Right form the beginning our spinners... there is too much expectation but they never disappointed. It helped them and we used that to our advantage. We were very consistent with our bowling. [KL] A very solid mind, never gets overawed with the pressure around him. He finished off the game for us. He picks the right shot to play in the pressure situation which allows the rest of the batters to play freely. For eg, Hardik. The overall batsmanship shown by all the batters was special. [On Chakravarthy] He has something different about him. When you are playing on such a pitch, you want to have something like him. He didn't start but played later and got wickets. Luckily for us, it came to use. Very grateful for the fans. We really appreciate their support. It may not be seen as useful but when they come out, it makes a difference.
Rahul Gandhi congratulates India after Champions Trophy 2025 win
It has been a good tournament. We had challenges along the way, but we have grown as a group and played some good cricket. We were beaten by a good side who turned up today. Lot of good stuff from our group, guys stepping up at different times and that's all you can ask as a captain. It was good bowling. We lost a couple of wickets after the powerplay. Credit to the way their spinners bowled, all four of them, world class. We were 25 under but we had a total, we tried to fight and that's what we did. He keeps doing it doesn't he. The powerplay was the best time to bat, Rohit and Gill cashed in, Rohit's innings was outstanding and it put us on the back foot, but we knew the game can change quickly and we kept chipping away at the wickets and stayed in the game. We have seen how he steps up in these major events, he has been oustanding with the ball and even GP.
Certainly it is bitter-sweet. We played a good game of cricket. Congratulations to India. It is just that we get to play on good wickets but it is also the work I have done years before. Very proud of my past. Very thankful for everyone who has helped me along the way. I always like to bowl. Santner always gives me a bit of banter that I don't bowl much in the nets. All members of the squad have a part to play, we just go about our business.
Time for presentation of mementos. Match officials go first. New Zealand players come up to collect their runners-up medals. Its turn for winners India to collect their winner's medals.
Former Australian captain Aaron Finch brings the Champions trophy on the podium.
It is very nice. We played some good cricket though the tournament. To have the result our way is a great feeling. [Aggressive style] Not natural to me, but something I really wanted to do. When you are doing something different, you have to have the backing of the team and management. I spoke to Rahul bhai earlier and now Gauti bhai as well. It is something I really wanted to do. I have played all these years in a different style, and now we are getting the results with this. We have to understand the nature of the surfaces and I was very clear about how I wanted to execute the first five-six overs. I have gotten out as well earlier, but the execution matters. The depth gives me the freedom and it helps. With Jadeja coming at 8, it gives you the confidence to go hard up front. As long as I am clear in my mind, it is great.
Sachin Tendulkar wishes
I do have earrings like Shreyas Iyer (on having earrings), I'll get a new one though. It was a sudden inclusion (on being part of the XI from the league match against New Zealand), I didn't expect to turn out like this, a dream come true. The spin was less in the first innings and I had to be disciplined, just stick to the basics.
Luckily my batting wasn't needed. KL and Hardik did brilliantly. I don't believe in favorites tags but we have been doing brilliantly. This win is dedicated to our fans. It is easy to say that four spinners in the team, but it is very tough to manage four spinners. There was a lot of planning and all credit to Rohit bhai. Big party tonight.
All hail RO-KO
Always amazing to win an ICC event. I remember 2017 very closely, couldn't finish that time. Very pleased to have done it here. KL was calm, he took his chances at the right time. He has immense talent, no one can time it as well as him.
That is how it is with me; sometimes a hero, sometimes a zero. The wicket was not easy for a new batter. Hardik and KL were great. Winning the CT is a huge thing. If you don't win a big tournament after playing so long, it hurts.
Not sure I can say this on air but I was s****** myself. As confident as I could be that I could get over the line. Keeping composure is all that matters, happy to have done it this time. I've batted in times like this in three out of the five games. Hard to put in words, but the team has pure skill. The way we've all had to play cricket growing up, we faced pressure from the time we became professional cricketers. The BCCI have groomed all of them and we've challenging ourselves to get better.
PM Narendra Modi congratulates India
Ravindra Jadeja hits the winning runs as India beat New Zealand by 4 wicket to lift the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
OUTTTT!!!! Hardik Pandya departs at the wrong time after extra bounce from Kyle Jamieson did the trick. Ravindra Jadeja comes to the crease. IND 245/6 (48)
STROKKEDDD AWAYY!!!! Hardik Pandya dances down the track to hot over the covers for a four. The whole stadium erupts in celebration. Both Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul survive. A horrible mix-up between the two but in the end, it's all well for India. IND 240/5 (47)
Although Ravindra Jadeja can bat, but India would like to finish with KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya in the middle. BANNGGGGGG!!!! Onto to the second tier by Hardik Pandya off Rachin Ravindra - 107m. IND 231/5 (46)
Unnecessary from Axar Patel. The left-hander tries to go over the top, miscues it for William O’Rourke to take a diving catch. Hardik Pandya comes in. IND 203/5 (41.3)
Timely SIX from KL Rahul. Mitchell Santner tosses up on the leg stump and Rahul clears the front foot for a straight six. 200 also comes up for India. IND 202/4 (41)
The match is poised for a thrilling finish. With Shreyas Iyer's dismissal, the onus is on KL Rahul and Axar Patel at the moment. IND 191/4 (40)
OUTTTT!!!! Another twist in the game as Shreyas Iyer falls for 48, thanks to a brilliant catch by Rachin Ravindra. IND 183/4 (38.4)
Shreyas Iyer is the man once again for India. The Indian batter goes bang against Glenn Phillips for a huge six. DROPPEDDD!!!! Iyer goes big once again, but Kyle Jamieson drops a sitter on the boundary. Disappointment for Phillips. IND 167/3 (36.2)
OUTTTT!!!!! Rohit Sharma dances down the ground to smash Rachin Ravindra out of the park but misses the line. Tom Latham does the rest behind the wickets. IND 122/3 (26.1)
Virat Kohli has been given out LBW off Michaell Bracewell. Kohli goes for a review. TV replays show its a flat line as the ball passes the bat. Kohli departs for just 1. IND 106/2 (19.1)
OUTTTT!!!! What a CATCHHHHH by Glenn Philiips. Shubman Gill, who was playing beautifully, was undone by a flighted delivery as he tried to hit over over. But Phillips had other ideas as he flew in the air to take a one-handed stunner to stun the whole stadium. Gill departs for 31. Virat Kohli walks in the middle. IND 106/1 (19)
100 for no loss for India in the 17th over. This is the first 100 stand by any team while chasing in the Champions Trophy 2025. IND 100/0 (17)
Shubman Gill gets into the groove with a lovely six off Rachin Ravindra. Gill has a big smile as he walks towards Rohit Sharma. IND 86/0 (14)
Fifty for Rohit Sharma with a push off Mitchell Santner. Huge knock from the Indian captain in the final. IND 65/0 (11)
“Rohit Sharma is batting as if he wants to bring the trophy to Mumbai tonight itself."
Fifty comes up for India with a huge six from Rohit Sharma off Nathan Smith. What a start by India. The Indian captain pulls off a ramp shot and a cut through the off side to keep India going. IND 59/0 (8)
DROPPEDDD!!! Shubman Gill survives on 7. The right hander drags a Kyle Jamieson delivery. Daryl Mitchell, who was standing at mid-wicket flies to his right but fails to latch on to the ball. meanwhile, Rohit Sharma continues his onslaught with yet another four. IND 45/0 (7)
BANGGGG!!!! Rohit Sharma dances down the track to belt Nathan Smith for a huge six. Brilliant start from the Indian captain.
After five overs, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill have been so far successful in negating the New Zealand pacers. IND 31/0 (5)
