India captain Rohit heads off retirement rumours
DUBAI : India captain Rohit Sharma has no plans to quit the 50-overs format anytime soon, the opener said after guiding the team to the Champions Trophy title in Dubai.
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Fans Accuse R Ashwin Of Targetting Rohit Sharma's Captaincy. Ex-India Star Shuts Down Trolls
Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin clarified his statement about bringing mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy early in the attack against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final and slammed the trolls for misinterpreting his remark. Chakravarthy was introduced into the attack in the sixth over of the first inning. Ashwin took to X and gave his take on India skipper Rohit Sharma's decision. He wrote, "Varun in early! Not ideal." Rohit's gamble paid off as he broke the opening stand by pinning Will Young in front of the stumps. He opened the floodgates, and 'Chinaman' Kuldeep Yadav capitalised on the opening by weaving magic with his mastery in spin.
Watch: Sunil Gavaskar's Viral Dance As He Joins India's Champions Trophy 2025 Triumph Celebration
Rohit Sharma-led India achieved something on Sunday that has never been done in the history of cricket. The Indian cricket team became the first side to win the Champions Trophy 2025 thrice - 2002 (joint champions), 2013 and now the 2025 edition. Former Indian cricket team legend Sunil Gavaskar could not hide his joy after India defeated New Zealand to win the Champions Trophy and broke into a dance that is breaking the internet.
Watch: Virat Kohli's Special Moment With Wife Anushka Sharma After Champions Trophy Triumph
India created history on Sunday as they edged past New Zealand by four wickets in the summit clash of Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Sunday. Chasing 252 against the Blackcaps, India reached home in 49 overs at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This was India's third Champions Trophy title which is the most by any team. Earlier, they clinched the coveted the trophy in 2002 (joint winners with Sri Lanka) and 2013. After the thrilling victory over the Kiwis, there were celebrations all over the ground as the players were overjoyed with the win.
Watch: Priceless Anushka Sharma-Rohit Sharma Moment After India's Champions Trophy Triumph
Team India defeated New Zealand in a closely-fought ICC Champions Trophy final on Sunday to further heal the wounds it had sustained with the defeat in the final of the ODI World Cup 2023. While the elusive 50-over World Cup title continues to be missing from Rohit's resume, he did become the second Indian captain to win more than one ICC title by clinching the coveted trophy in Dubai. As celebrations began after India's triumphant performance, Rohit also had a warm exchange with Anushka Sharma, the wife of Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli.
Back-To-Back ICC Titles: Is Rohit Sharma's India On Road To Greatness?
Captain Rohit Sharma led India's four-wicket triumph over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. The win rounded off India's dominant campaign at the Dubai International Stadium, giving Rohit's team the 'invincibles' tag, having not lost a single game throughout the tournament. For Rohit, it wasn't just a triumph, but a moment of redemption. The Indian captain played down criticism over his fitness, leadership and whatnot. Despite failing to finish the game, Rohit's 76 came at a crucial juncture before New Zealand's mini recovery pegged India back.
Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On Retirement After Leading India To Champions Trophy 2025 Title
Rohit Sharma has put to rest all speculations about his future in the ODI format after India won the Champions Trophy 2025 defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final. There was huge buzz over Rohit Sharma's future in the ODIs leading up to the Champions Trophy 2025 final on Sunday. Rohit Sharma will be 38 in two months' time and with India's next major ODI tournament being the 2027 ODI World Cup, there were rumours that Rohit might hang up his boots. However, in the post-match press conference, Rohit Sharma has clarified that he has not taken any decision on his future.
Shama Mohamed, Who Body-Shamed Rohit Sharma, Says This After India's Champions Trophy 2025 Win
Congress leader Shama Mohamed congratulated the Rohit Sharma-led Indian team, following its Champions Trophy 2025 triumph in Dubai on Sunday. This comes days after Shama body-shamed Rohit and criticised his leadership. She had faced a lot of backlash for her remarks on Rohit. India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final, chasing down a target of 252 with an over to spare at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Shama was quick to congratulate Rohit and his team on the historic triumph.