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India continued their dominant run in the Champions Trophy 2025 with a 44-run victory over New Zealand in Dubai. Varun Chakravarthy delivered a match-winning five-wicket haul, helping India defend 249 runs successfully.

  • Shreyas Iyer scored 79 runs to stabilize India’s innings.
  • Matt Henry claimed five wickets, restricting India to 249/9.
  • Varun Chakravarthy took five wickets, dismantling New Zealand’s chase.
  • Kane Williamson fought alone with 81 runs, but New Zealand fell short at 205 all out.

Iyer, Axar Rescue India After Early Collapse

New Zealand won the toss and elected to field, putting early pressure on India. The top-order crumbled with Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli departing early, leaving India at 34/3 in 6.4 overs.

Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel (42 runs) rebuilt the innings with a 98-run partnership. Their cautious yet effective approach provided stability. However, Axar fell in the 30th over, and India needed a strong finish.

Iyer’s 79 and Pandya’s Late Hits Push India to 249

Shreyas Iyer anchored the innings with a well-made 79 runs, including four boundaries and two sixes. India reached 150 in 33.2 overs, but wickets continued to fall. KL Rahul (23) and Hardik Pandya (45 off 45 balls) added valuable runs in the final overs.

Matt Henry was the standout bowler, securing a five-wicket haul, dismissing Shami on the last ball as India finished at 249/9.

New Zealand’s Chase Stumbles as Williamson Fights Alone

Chasing 250, New Zealand started poorly, losing Rachin Ravindra for six to Hardik Pandya. Will Young (24) and Kane Williamson (81 off 77 balls) put up some resistance, but Varun Chakravarthy’s brilliance soon shifted the momentum.

Chakravarthy’s Magic Destroys New Zealand’s Hopes

New Zealand seemed in control at 151/3, but Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul (5/42 in 10 overs) triggered a massive collapse. The Black Caps were all out for 205 in 45.3 overs, with Mitchell Santner’s 28 runs being the only late effort.

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India’s Top Performers:

  • Shreyas Iyer – 79 runs (75 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)
  • Hardik Pandya – 45 runs (45 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)
  • Varun Chakravarthy – 5 wickets for 42 runs in 10 overs

New Zealand’s Top Performers:

  • Kane Williamson – 81 runs (7 fours)
  • Matt Henry – 5 wickets for 44 runs in 10 overs
  • Mitchell Santner – 28 runs (2 sixes, 1 four)

India’s all-round performance secured a third straight win in the tournament. Chakravarthy’s lethal spell, along with Iyer’s composed innings, ensured a comfortable 44-run victory. With this win, India looks strong heading into the knockout stage.

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