Team India has reached the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Team India will play New Zealand (IND vs NZ) on Sunday in a high-pressure match. Before the final, T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav wished the Indian team all the best, confident that they would win the trophy for India. Rohit Sharma meanwhile countered consistent fitness jibes, ignoring questions posed by some experts.
Suryakumar Praised Team India and Rohit Sharma
Suryakumar Yadav appreciated the performance of Team India in the tournament, saying:
"India has been performing very well in the Champions Trophy. If they continue like this, they will definitely win the title. All the players in the team are performing their best, and I really wish that they come back home as champions."
Appreciating Rohit Sharma, he further said: "
"As a captain, Rohit has taken the team to the final of four major ICC tournaments, which is quite an achievement. This is all due to his hard work for the past 15-20 years. I have seen him work hard on his fitness levels, whether playing international cricket or franchise leagues. His fitness is clearly evident and that's the reason he continues to play at the same high level. I think he will take the team to victory in the final as well."
India vs New Zealand - A Knockout Rivalry
This final is the third knockout encounter between India and New Zealand in an ICC tournament. The teams had met earlier in:
- 2000 Champions Trophy Final
- 2019 ODI World Cup Semi-final
- 2021 ICC Test Championship Final
India lost all three encounters, so this match is a chance for redemption. Fans are looking forward to India winning this time.
With the last set of matches to be held in Dubai, Team India is favored to win. Cricket experts warn not to overlook New Zealand, which has the reputation for playing its best cricket under pressure.
