India continued its winning streak in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, defeating Pakistan by 6 wickets. In a match played in Dubai, Pakistan, batting first, managed 241 runs.
Sports News: India continued its stellar performance against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, registering a convincing 6-wicket victory. Virat Kohli's exceptional batting performance pushed Pakistan onto the back foot. He played an unbeaten innings of 100 runs off 111 balls, including 7 impressive boundaries. This win also avenged India's loss in the final of the 2017 Champions Trophy.
Kohli-Gill-Iyer Trio Steals the Show
In this high-voltage encounter at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Pakistan, winning the toss, batted first and scored 241 runs. Chasing this target, the Indian team started cautiously. After the early dismissal of captain Rohit Sharma (20), Shubman Gill (46) and Virat Kohli steadied the ship. The duo put on a 69-run partnership for the second wicket. Kohli and Shreyas Iyer (56) then forged a b 114-run partnership, laying the foundation for victory. Hardik Pandya (8) was dismissed quickly, but Kohli remained steadfast, guiding India to victory in 42.3 overs.
Indian Bowlers Display Prowess
Earlier, the Indian bowlers put on a magnificent display, restricting Pakistan to 241 runs in 49.4 overs. Kuldeep Yadav was the most lethal bowler, taking 3 wickets, while Hardik Pandya claimed 2. Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, and Axar Patel also chipped in with a wicket each. For Pakistan, Saud Shakeel (62) and Mohammad Rizwan (46) scored the most runs, but the Indian bowlers didn't allow them to freely unleash their batting prowess.
Virat Kohli Named 'Player of the Match'
With this victory, India registered its third win against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. Pakistan had previously recorded three victories against India in this tournament, but Team India avenged their crushing defeat in the 2017 final, bringing immense joy to their fans. Virat Kohli was adjudged the 'Player of the Match' for his outstanding performance.
