*India Triumphs Over New Zealand in Champions Trophy 2025*In a thrilling match, India defeated New Zealand by 44 runs at the Dubai International Stadium on March 2, 2025.
This victory marked India’s fifth consecutive win in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing their top position in Group A .India set a target of 250 runs, with Shreyas Iyer scoring 79 runs, supported by Hardik Pandya’s 45 and Axar Patel’s 42. New Zealand won the toss and chose to bowl first, with Matt Henry taking five wickets. However, India managed to reach 249 runs .In response, New Zealand’s innings was hindered by effective spin bowling from India. Kuldeep Yadav took two wickets, while Varun Chakravarthy claimed five wickets, including the crucial scalp of Kane Williamson, who scored 81 runs. New Zealand ultimately fell short, being all out for 205 runs in 45.3 overs .This win sets India up for a semifinal clash against Australia, while New Zealand will face South Africa in the other semifinal match .
