India's triumph at the 2025 Champions Trophy is the crowning moment for the world's best white ball team. Sadly, many won't see it that way, through no fault of the players themselves, writes Chris de Silva.

India won another global cricket tournament with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Rohit Sharma led the chase with 76 off 83 balls and Lokesh Rahul’s unbeaten 34 helped India cross the finish line on 254-6 in 49 overs to win the Champions Trophy for the third time.

India registered their third Champions Trophy title after beating New Zealand in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Men in Blue chased down 252 in the final. India have also created a rare record in ICC events after their win in the Champions Trophy.