IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 Match Summary – India secures a dominant victory as Virat Kohli’s masterclass and Shreyas Iyer’s steady knock seal the chase. Hardik, Kuldeep, and Shami shine with the ball, while Pakistan struggles to capitalize. Read the full match analysis!
Pakistan turned to spin to control the scoring, and Abrar Ahmed struck with a stunning delivery to dismiss Shubman Gill. At 100/2, Shreyas Iyer joined Virat Kohli, and the duo formed a game-changing century partnership. While Kohli anchored the innings, Iyer started cautiously (17 off 34 balls) but ensured Pakistan never regained control. Their smart batting approach minimized risks, and once the target fell below 100, runs flowed smoothly. Iyer picked up the pace to reach a well-earned fifty. The final question was whether Kohli would get his century—and as the ultimate chase master, he did, sealing the victory with his 51st ODI ton, his fourth against Pakistan. Kohli continues to dominate his arch-rivals!
Post-Match Analysis
India put in a commanding performance! The bowlers set the tone early, with Hardik Pandya delivering a brilliant six-over spell to dismiss Babar Azam. Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel built a cautious century stand but failed to capitalize. Pakistan’s dropped catches proved costly, and three quick wickets put them on the back foot. Kuldeep Yadav’s outstanding spell in the final 10 overs, where he claimed three wickets, ensured Pakistan couldn’t accelerate.
Chasing the target, Rohit Sharma started aggressively but fell to a pinpoint Shaheen Afridi yorker. Shubman Gill, initially watchful, soon took on Afridi with a flurry of boundaries, helping India race to 64/1 at the end of the powerplay. Haris Rauf bowled well early on but was later dismantled by Kohli, who also reached a historic milestone—14,000 ODI runs. Kohli’s masterclass guided India to a dominant victory, reaffirming his reputation as one of cricket’s greatest chasers.
Captain & Player Reactions
Rohit Sharma (India Captain):
“Our bowlers set the tone brilliantly. We knew the chase would get easier under lights, so we backed our experience. Credit to Axar, Kuldeep, and Jadeja for stepping up. Rizwan and Shakeel built a strong partnership, but we remained composed. Hardik, Shami, and Harshit also delivered exceptional spells. This format can be tricky, but our spinners made all the difference.”
Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan Captain):
“Winning the toss, we should have capitalized, but India’s bowlers put us under pressure. Shakeel and I tried to take the game deep, but poor shot selection hurt us. Kohli and Gill batted exceptionally well, taking the game away from us. Our fielding must improve—we made too many mistakes today.”
Virat Kohli (Player of the Match):
“It feels great to contribute in a crucial game and help the team qualify. After Rohit’s early dismissal, I focused on anchoring the innings, especially against the spinners, while avoiding unnecessary risks. Towards the end, Shreyas picked up the pace, and I found a few boundaries, allowing me to play my natural game. At this stage of my career, clarity and focus are key—I always aim to give my 100%, and the results follow.
Shubman handled Shaheen brilliantly, showing why he’s the world’s top batter. Scoring 60-70 runs in the powerplay was crucial to avoid pressure later. Shreyas has truly settled into his No. 4 role, delivering consistent performances both at home and overseas. (On the upcoming break) At 36, a week off sounds fantastic! Time to relax and recharge after putting in maximum effort every game.”
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