New Zealand’s Matt Henry delivered an outstanding performance in the Champions Trophy 2025, taking 5 wickets for 42 runs against India. His spell played a crucial role in restricting India to 249/9 in 50 overs. Henry’s early breakthroughs included dismissing Shubman Gill for 2 runs and Virat Kohli for 11 runs, making history as the first bowler to claim a five-wicket haul against India in Champions Trophy history.
- Matt Henry took 5/42 against India in the Champions Trophy 2025.
- He became the first bowler to take a five-wicket haul against India in the tournament.
- His spell helped New Zealand limit India to a total of 249/9 in 50 overs.
Full List of Bowlers with Five-Wicket Hauls in Champions Trophy History
Matt Henry now joins an elite list of bowlers who have taken five or more wickets in a Champions Trophy match. Here is the complete list of players who have achieved this milestone:
Top Five-Wicket Hauls in Champions Trophy
| Player Name | Bowling Figures | Opposition | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farveez Maharoof (SL) | 6/14 | West Indies | 14 Oct 2006 |
| Josh Hazlewood (AUS) | 6/52 | New Zealand | 2 Jun 2017 |
| Shahid Afridi (PAK) | 5/11 | Kenya | 14 Sep 2004 |
| Makhaya Ntini (SA) | 5/21 | Pakistan | 27 Oct 2006 |
| Mervyn Dillon (WI) | 5/29 | Bangladesh | 15 Sep 2004 |
| Jacques Kallis (SA) | 5/30 | West Indies | 1 Nov 1998 |
| Jacob Oram (NZ) | 5/36 | U.S.A. | 10 Sep 2004 |
| Ravindra Jadeja (IND) | 5/36 | West Indies | 11 Jun 2013 |
| Glenn McGrath (AUS) | 5/37 | New Zealand | 15 Sep 2002 |
| Matt Henry (NZ) | 5/42 | India | 2 Mar 2025 |
| Shayne O’Connor (NZ) | 5/46 | Pakistan | 11 Oct 2000 |
| Mohammed Shami (IND) | 5/53 | Bangladesh | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Wayne Parnell (SA) | 5/57 | New Zealand | 24 Sep 2009 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG) | 5/58 | England | 26 Feb 2025 |
Why Matt Henry’s Spell Was Special
Matt Henry’s 5/42 against India was a defining moment in the Champions Trophy 2025. His wickets came at crucial moments, ensuring India never built momentum. His early breakthrough against Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli put pressure on India. Later, his consistency in the death overs helped restrict the total.
How Five-Wicket Hauls Impact Champions Trophy Matches
A five-wicket haul can completely shift the momentum of a game. Here’s why they are crucial:
- Early wickets break partnerships and weaken the opposition’s batting lineup.
- Middle-over strikes prevent the batting team from rebuilding their innings.
- Death-over wickets ensure a lower total for the chasing team.
New Zealand’s Strong Bowling Attack in Champions Trophy
New Zealand has a history of producing top-quality pacers in global tournaments. Alongside Matt Henry, past bowlers like Jacob Oram and Shayne O’Connor have also recorded five-wicket hauls in Champions Trophy history. Their ability to perform in high-pressure matches makes them a formidable team.
Matt Henry’s 5/42 against India in the Champions Trophy 2025 adds his name to the list of historic bowling performances. His spell not only helped New Zealand but also set a new record against India. As the tournament progresses, fans will be eager to see if more bowlers can deliver similar match-winning performances.
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