India Clinches Champions Trophy in Thrilling Final

Srinagar, Mar 09: India lifted the Champions Trophy for the third time, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling final.

Chasing a target of 252 runs, India reached 254/6 in 49 overs, with KL Rahul (34)* and Ravindra Jadeja (9)* guiding the team to victory. Skipper Rohit Sharma played a crucial knock of 76 runs, while Shreyas Iyer contributed 48 runs to stabilize the chase.

Earlier, New Zealand set a total of 251/7 in 50 overs, but India’s disciplined bowling restricted them from putting up a bigger score.

This marks India’s third Champions Trophy title, adding another major ICC trophy to their collection.

Menawhile, On team India win, PM Modi In a post on X wrote, An exceptional game and an exceptional result!

Proud of our cricket team for bringing home the ICC Champions Trophy. They’ve played wonderfully through the tournament. Congratulations to our team for the splendid all around display. (JKNS)

  • Related Posts

    SC to hear on Aug 14 plea for restoring Jammu & Kashmir statehood

    New Delhi, Aug 13: The Supreme Court would on Thursday hear a plea for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. A bench of Chief Justice of India B…

    ‘Why is nationalism sold for profit’: KBC’s show featuring Op Sindoor officers sparks row

    A special Independence Day episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) has stirred controversy after it announced the appearance of three serving women officers, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh,…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Follow by Email
    YouTube
    YouTube
    Instagram