Sun Mar 09 14:46:00 UTC 2025: ## India Stumbles in Champions Trophy Final Chase
**Dubai, UAE** – India’s chase of 252 runs in the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand has hit a major snag, with the loss of three key batsmen. Rohit Sharma, after a promising 76, became the latest casualty, leaving India in a precarious position at 3 down. Earlier wickets fell to Mitchell Santner (Shubman Gill) and Michael Bracewell (Virat Kohli). Rachin Ravindra claimed the crucial wicket of Sharma.
New Zealand, electing to bat first after winning the toss, posted a challenging 251 for 7 thanks to crucial knocks from Daryl Mitchell (63) and Michael Bracewell (53). India’s spinners were instrumental in restricting the Blackcaps, with Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy taking two wickets each. Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami also chipped in with a wicket apiece. The thrilling final continues at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
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