Team India scripted a memorable victory against New Zealand in the final of the Champions Trophy 2025. With this win, India became the only team to win three Champions Trophy titles. Apart from this, the veterans of Team India Virat Kohli and skipper Rohit Sharma clinched this title after 12 years of wait and there were speculations that both legends might retire from ODIs but all speculations went in scrap as both neglected these speculations.
Apart From match moments, there was an another instance in the match where Virat Kohli touched Mohammed Shami’s mother feet and also took time to pose for a photograph with Shami’s family. Pictures and videos of the episode quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising Kohli’s down-to-earth nature and the warmth he displayed towards Shami’s family.
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This is why we all love @imVkohli #ViratKohli𓃵 , showing respect by first touching the feet of Mohammed Shami’s mother before posing for a photo with her. The man who is always judged for his attitude, certainly has the value system in… pic.twitter.com/UscTqW8MrO---Advertisement---— Tamal Saha (@Tamal0401) March 9, 2025
Virat Kohli On India’s Desperation To Win
India desperately wanted to bounce back stronger after the Australia tour and a big win in the Champions Trophy final really boosted their confidence.
“We wanted to bounce back after a tough Australia tour, wanted to win a big tournament and we ended up doing that. So, it’s an amazing feeling, lovely playing with a bunch of such amazing youngsters, so much talent in the change room and they’re taking Indian cricket forward in the right direction. And we’re really happy to help, share our experience and try to make an impact whenever we get a chance. But yeah, these guys are stepping up in a massive way and that’s why we are such a strong team,” he said.
