The ICC Champions Trophy final is one of the biggest matches in cricket. Many players have performed brilliantly in these finals, helping their teams win. Some have scored big runs, while others have taken important wickets. Winning the Man of the Match (MoTM) award in such a big game is a great achievement.
- The MoTM award is given to the best player in the final.
- Jacques Kallis (1998) and Fakhar Zaman (2017) played unforgettable innings.
- Shane Watson won the award twice (2006, 2009).
- The 2002 final had no winner due to rain.
Complete List of MoTM Winners in Champions Trophy Finals
| Year | Player | Team | Opposition | Batting Performance | Bowling Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Jacques Kallis | South Africa | West Indies | 37 (51) | 5/30 |
| 2000 | Chris Cairns | New Zealand | India | 102* (113) | – |
| 2002 | No award* | – | India & Sri Lanka | – | – |
| 2004 | Ian Bradshaw | West Indies | England | 34* (51) | 2/29 |
| 2006 | Shane Watson | Australia | West Indies | 57* (88) | 2/11 |
| 2009 | Shane Watson | Australia | New Zealand | 105* (129) | – |
| 2013 | Ravindra Jadeja | India | England | 33* (25) | 2/24 |
| 2017 | Fakhar Zaman | Pakistan | India | 114 (106) | – |
| 2025 | Rohit Sharma | India | New Zealand | 76 (83) | – |
Top Performers in Champions Trophy Finals
- Jacques Kallis (1998): Took 5 wickets and scored 37 runs.
- Chris Cairns (2000): Scored a brilliant 102 runs* to win the game for New Zealand.
- Shane Watson (2006, 2009): Won the award twice, showing his all-round skills.
- Fakhar Zaman (2017): Played a match-winning century against India.
Interesting Facts About Champions Trophy Finals
- The 2002 final was washed out, and the trophy was shared between India and Sri Lanka.
- Australia and India have won multiple titles.
- Some players have won the award multiple times, showing their consistency.
The Champions Trophy final is always exciting. Fans wait to see which player will shine on the big day. The 2025 edition will add another name to this legendary list. Will it be a batsman or a bowler? We will find out soon!
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