Mon Mar 10 18:25:39 UTC 2025: ## India Dominates ICC Champions Trophy Team of the Tournament
**Dubai, UAE** – India’s victory in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy final against New Zealand has been underscored by their strong showing in the tournament’s official Team of the Tournament. Six Indian players were selected, led by the talismanic Virat Kohli.
The 12-member team, announced by the ICC, features a blend of star performers from the victorious Indian side and key players from other competing nations. Kohli, along with Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Varun Chakravarthy, and Mohammed Shami, all made the playing XI, with Axar Patel named as the 12th man.
New Zealand, the tournament runners-up, also had a strong representation with four players selected. This includes Rachin Ravindra, named Player of the Tournament after scoring two centuries and accumulating 263 runs, topping the run charts. Mitchell Santner captains the Team of the Tournament.
Afghanistan, participating in their first-ever ICC Men’s Champions Trophy, made their mark with two players in the team. Ibrahim Zadran’s impressive 177 runs against England – the highest score of the tournament – secured his place, while Azmatullah Omarzai impressed with both bat and ball.
Other notable selections include Glenn Phillips from New Zealand, who contributed significantly with both his batting and fielding prowess, and Matt Henry, who, despite missing the final due to injury, finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker. India’s Varun Chakravarthy also impressed, taking nine wickets in just three matches. The team showcases a balance of batting firepower and effective bowling attacks, reflecting the high standard of cricket showcased throughout the tournament.
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