New Delhi: Team India has showcased an outstanding performance in the group stage of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Winning all three of their initial matches, the Indian team has dominated Group A. In their final group-stage clash on Sunday, March 2, India secured a 44-run victory against New Zealand in Dubai. The win not only strengthened India’s position in the tournament but also left captain Rohit Sharma highly pleased with his team’s efforts.
Rohit Sharma Praises Team Effort After Victory
After the match, Rohit Sharma expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance. He stated, “It feels great to finish the group stage in this manner. New Zealand is a strong team, and they have been performing exceptionally well in recent times. Losing early wickets in the powerplay was a setback for us, but the partnership between Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer was crucial. Their contributions helped us reach a competitive total.”
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Confidence in Bowling Unit
Speaking about India’s bowling performance, Rohit Sharma showed full faith in his bowlers. “I was confident in our ability to defend the target because of the quality of our bowling attack. Varun Chakravarthy brings something different to the table, and we wanted to test him in this match to see what he could offer. He delivered a remarkable performance, and reading his deliveries is extremely difficult for any batsman. We will have to strategize carefully for the next match, as we have some key decisions to make.”
Focus on Momentum and the Semi-Final Against Australia
Rohit also emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum in a short tournament like the Champions Trophy. “Maintaining rhythm is crucial in a tournament like this. We must keep winning and focus on correcting any mistakes we make along the way. Errors happen in a match, but the key is to learn from them and improve. Our next game is going to be a thrilling contest. Australia has a strong track record in ICC tournaments, and we know they will be tough opponents. On match day, we need to ensure we execute our plans perfectly and stay focused on our tasks.”
With India set to face Australia in the semi-finals, excitement is building for a high-intensity clash. As the tournament moves into its knockout stage, Team India will look to carry their winning momentum forward and aim for a spot in the final.