The Rohit Sharma-led India National Cricket Team clinched the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title by defeating New Zealand in the final by four wickets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 9. However, the victory has not come without controversy.
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As a result, the ICC had to adopt a hybrid model, with all of India’s matches at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 scheduled in Dubai. After India’s thrilling title glory in Dubai on Sunday, Hardik Pandya was questioned about this arrangement, and he smartly avoided indulging in any unnecessary controversy.
The question is way above my pay grade: Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya told reporters, “I am sure Pakistani people living in Dubai must have enjoyed our performance. The question of why we didn’t go is way above my pay grade.”
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Hardik Pandya calls India’s Champions Trophy 2025 win ‘Sweet Revenge’ for 2017 loss to Pakistan
The Indian all-rounder also said that they took the revenge of losing the 2017 final to Pakistan by winning the 2025 Champions Trophy. Hardik also revealed that bowling has become very close to his heart, but he also really loves sixes, referring to his monstrous sixes during the CT 2025.
Pandya signed off by saying, “Now that we have won, I can say that I have avenged that 2017 final loss. But eight years is a long time; a lot has happened. For me, India’s win is important. Fans back home are happy; this is the best we can offer from our side.”
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