India Triumphs Over Pakistan in Champions Trophy 2025 – Kohli Shines with 51st ODI Century
The much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 lived up to the hype, with India securing a commanding six-wicket victory. The game, played at the Dubai International Stadium, saw some stellar performances, particularly from Virat Kohli, who once again proved why he is one of the greatest in the sport.
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- Kohli’s Masterclass Seals India’s Victory Over Pakistan in Champions Trophy
Winning the toss, Pakistan’s captain Mohammad Rizwan opted to bat first. The innings started with promise, but the team struggled to maintain momentum. Saud Shakeel top-scored for Pakistan with a resilient 62, while Rizwan contributed 46. However, the Indian bowlers, led by Kuldeep Yadav’s three-wicket haul and Hardik Pandya’s two crucial breakthroughs, restricted Pakistan to a modest total of 241. The innings was marred by a dramatic run-out of Imam-ul-Haq, which tilted the momentum in India’s favor.
Chasing 242, India lost Rohit Sharma early, but Shubman Gill (46) and Shreyas Iyer (56) provided stability alongside the ever-reliable Virat Kohli. Kohli’s innings was nothing short of a masterclass, as he reached his 51st ODI century in style. His composed knock of 100* off 111 balls not only secured India's victory but also made him the fastest player to reach 14,000 ODI runs. The final winning stroke—an elegant cover drive—was a moment of pure class, sealing the win with more than seven overs to spare.
This victory marks India’s second consecutive win in the tournament, strengthening their chances of making it to the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Pakistan, having lost both their group-stage matches, faces a tough road ahead. As fans celebrate another iconic India-Pakistan showdown, Kohli’s brilliance remains the highlight of the tournament.
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