New Delhi: India has won the Champions Trophy 2025 by defeating New Zealand in the final on Sunday. This victory holds significant importance for both Virat Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma. Reacting to the win, Kohli expressed his gratitude, stating that he feels fortunate to be a part of this success. He credited the entire team for India’s triumph.
Virat Kohli’s Performance in the Tournament
Kohli played a crucial role in India’s journey to the title. In the semi-final against Australia, he scored 84 runs off 98 balls, hitting five fours. However, he failed to make an impact in the final, getting out for just 1 run. Despite this, Kohli’s overall performance in the tournament was outstanding. He amassed 218 runs in five matches, including one century and one half-century.
Kohli Recalls Australia Tour Struggles
Kohli also spoke about India’s tough tour of Australia, where they faced a series defeat in Test cricket. According to a report by The Telegraph, Kohli mentioned that winning the Champions Trophy after many years was a great feeling. He added, “This was our goal. The Australia tour was challenging, but we bounced back and won a major tournament. This victory boosts our confidence.”
Kohli’s Dominance Against Pakistan and Australia
Kohli played a match-winning knock against Pakistan, scoring a century. He remained unbeaten, scoring 100+ runs off 111 balls, including seven fours. His performance in the semi-final against Australia was also crucial, where he smashed 84 runs with five boundaries.
India’s Road to the Champions Trophy 2025 Title
India displayed dominance throughout the tournament, remaining undefeated. The team started with a 6-wicket win against Bangladesh. They continued their momentum, defeating Pakistan by 6 wickets. In the group stage, India faced New Zealand and secured a 44-run victory.
In the semi-finals, India defeated Australia by 4 wickets, setting up a final clash against New Zealand. The team delivered another solid performance in the final, securing a 4-wicket win to lift the Champions Trophy.
This historic triumph has boosted Team India’s confidence as they continue their dominance in international cricket.