India’s victory in the 2025 Champions Trophy was marked by euphoric celebrations, but one of the most talked-about moments involved captain Rohit Sharma urging ICC chairman Jay Shah to dance. After India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in the final in Dubai, the team celebrated with unbridled joy.
A video that quickly went viral on social media captured Rohit Sharma playfully attempting to convince Jay Shah to join in a celebratory dance. Despite Rohit’s enthusiastic gestures and even dancing himself to encourage Shah, the ICC chairman politely declined. Meanwhile, head coach Gautam Gambhir, who was standing nearby, found the situation amusing and couldn’t stop laughing.
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India’s Dominance in the Champions Trophy
India’s victory in the final was built on a strong batting performance led by Rohit Sharma. Chasing a target of 252, India got off to a flying start, thanks to Rohit’s aggressive approach. He played a quickfire innings, reaching his half-century in no time, and eventually scored 76 off 83 balls. His contribution provided the perfect foundation for India’s successful chase.
Throughout the tournament, India showcased dominance, winning all their matches convincingly. They easily overcame Bangladesh and Pakistan in the group stage before securing a tense win over New Zealand while defending a modest total of 249. In the semi-final, Virat Kohli played a crucial role in a tricky chase against Australia, setting up another showdown with New Zealand in the final.
Jubilant Celebrations and Memorable Moments
The post-match celebrations were filled with enthusiasm as the Indian players embraced their triumph. While Virat Kohli chose not to recreate his famous ‘Gangnam Style’ dance from the 2013 Champions Trophy, he did take part in the festivities by playfully showering Rishabh Pant with champagne.
Hardik Pandya and Gautam Gambhir, meanwhile, joined former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu in a lively Bhangra dance, adding to the cheerful atmosphere. India’s victory not only secured their place as one of the most dominant ODI teams but also highlighted their remarkable consistency, having won eight consecutive matches in the tournament. The triumph in Dubai reinforced India’s reputation as a cricketing powerhouse, capping off a flawless campaign in style.
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