Champions Trophy 2025: India Triumphs Over Pakistan as Kohli Shines with a Century

In a thrilling encounter at the Champions Trophy 2025, India defeated Pakistan by six wickets, with Virat Kohli emerging as the star of the match. Kohli played a match-winning knock, scoring an unbeaten century to guide India to victory. This win comes after India’s six-wicket triumph over Bangladesh in their opening match, further strengthening their chances of reaching the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Pakistan had suffered a loss to New Zealand in their first game.

Chasing the target, India got off to a steady start, but an early setback came in the fifth over when captain Rohit Sharma was dismissed by Shaheen Afridi’s brilliant delivery. Rohit managed 20 runs off 15 balls, including three fours and a six, before being bowled. At his dismissal, India’s score stood at 31 runs.

Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill then steadied the innings with a crucial 69-run partnership for the second wicket. Gill looked in fine form, scoring 46 runs off 52 balls, laced with seven fours. However, his innings was cut short by leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, who broke the partnership.

With Kohli anchoring the chase, India comfortably reached the target, securing a commanding victory. This win boosts India’s standing in the tournament, making their semi-final qualification more likely. Kohli’s unbeaten century reaffirmed his reputation as one of India’s finest match-winners, delivering under pressure against their arch-rivals.