Rohit Sharma And Shubman Gill Make History In ICC Champions Trophy Final

India’s cricket team witnessed a historic moment in the ICC Champions Trophy final against New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill put up a record-breaking 105-run opening partnership, marking the fifth-highest opening stand in ICC ODI final history. Their performance laid a strong foundation for India’s chase, bringing them closer to another title.

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill created history with a 105-run opening stand.
Their partnership ranks third-highest in ICC ODI finals.
India needs 98 more runs to secure the Champions Trophy.

Rohit And Gill’s Dominant Start

While chasing 252 runs, India started aggressively. Rohit Sharma took charge, smashing a half-century in just 41 balls. At the other end, Shubman Gill played a supporting role, ensuring a steady run flow. Their powerplay dominance helped India cross the 100-run mark, setting up a strong chase.

ICC ODI Finals: Highest Opening Partnerships

Opening Pair	Opposition	Runs	Tournament
Adam Gilchrist & Matthew Hayden	Sri Lanka	172	World Cup, 2007
Sourav Ganguly & Sachin Tendulkar	New Zealand	141	Champions Trophy, 2000
G Boycott & JM Brearley	West Indies	129	World Cup, 1979
Azhar Ali & Fakhar Zaman	India	128	Champions Trophy, 2017
Rohit Sharma & Shubman Gill	New Zealand	105	Champions Trophy 2025

New Zealand’s First Innings Struggle

New Zealand won the toss and opted to bat first. Rachin Ravindra started well but couldn’t convert his innings into a big score. Daryl Mitchell was the only batter to score a half-century, guiding New Zealand to a total of 251 runs. India’s bowling attack kept the Black Caps under pressure, preventing them from posting a larger total.

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India’s Path To Victory

After the record-breaking opening stand, New Zealand fought back, taking three quick wickets. At present, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel are at the crease, guiding India toward the target. With 98 more runs needed, the match remains exciting as India aims for back-to-back ICC trophies.

The Champions Trophy final has already witnessed a historic partnership by Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. Their brilliant performance has placed India in a commanding position. With a few more contributions, India could soon be celebrating another ICC title.

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