Mohammed Siraj, who faced the odyssey of being a benchwarmer during the most significant match of the 2025 Champions Trophy (CT 2025), talked about the incident. He explained that Rohit Sharma’s mastermind plan was to support the spinners over the pacers and was purely based on the pitch conditions and what was best for the team.

Rohit’s Decision to Exclude Siraj:

Siraj, showing respect and insightful opinion of the mode of Rohit Sharma’s decision, gave a comment, “Rohit bhai does what is best for the team. He had so much experience and knew that pacers wouldn’t be effective on that track. He knew spinners would be more useful, and that’s why they decided to snub me.” It is noteworthy that this showcased his cunning cognition due to cricket and ability to make challenging decisions when the team called for them.

Mohammed Siraj opens up about his omission from the Champions Trophy 2025 squad. 🇮🇳🏆

What are your thoughts on his exclusion? 🤔#Cricket #Siraj #India #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/JiMoTbWFhl

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) March 25, 2025

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Spinners Shine in CT 2025:

The move by Rohit was great in that India used spinners in almost all of the friendly tracks, and they won these matches. It was an illustration of his in-depth analysis of the conditions, grounded by his game face, which helped India earn a spot in the competition.

The comments by Siraj reveal his unselfish attitude and the reason why India, a collective of individualistic players, continues to be an intact and solid team under Rohit's captaincy.

Unmatched Joy Among Fans:

When India became the Champions Trophy 2025 winners by defeating Pakistan, the masses started posting like mad in social media, with an almost 100% record of fans showering love all over the platform. It was another significant achievement in the history of Indian cricket, and it was akin to when India succeeded in 2013. The worldwide number one trending hashtags like #ChampionsIndia #CT2025Winners were too much to handle, along with the display of floods of people‘s nostalgia.

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Player Magic That Went Crazy Online:

The Indian team has captured the imagination of the social media world. Not to be overlooked were instances of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma showing emotions with their famous tight hug, that historic white jacket, and Jadeja‘s enthusiastic victory trot, which were watched by tens of millions. The videos of them raising the trophy while fireworks were going off became an instant hit, much to the delight of the fans of the event. The sheer enjoyment the team got out of the whole situation was a manifestation of their hard work and perseverance, which ultimately won them the title.

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Champions Trophy 2025 Best Social Media Highlights:

• 157M views: Watching the Then and Now moment from 2013 to 2025 was a treat not to be missed.
• 128M views: The heartfelt chills fans experienced as they watched Kohli and his team celebrate.
• 94M views: It was all about the good old days when you got to see your heroes in action.
• 75M+ views: The moment of triumph & Father-Daughter hitting it off.

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India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory will go down in history as probably the most incredible moment in cricket history, with social media getting the lion’s share of the attention and uniting millions of fans globally.

A PCB spokesperson pointed out in a forceful statement the financial impact India might endure should the BCCI opt not to go to Pakistan.

"India will suffer more financial loss than Pakistan if they choose not to participate in the Champions Trophy,” the spokesperson said. “The BCCI’s decision will not only impact their revenue from the tournament but also their global sponsorship deals and broadcasting rights, which heavily rely on India-Pakistan matches.”

This remark emphasizes the huge stakes since games between India and Pakistan produce unprecedented viewer numbers and huge sponsorship agreements. The PCB is of opinion that a boycott or request for a neutral venue might lower the usual financial advantage India has in ICC events.

India and Pakistan have not played a bilateral series since 2012, limiting their ICC event meetings, owing to political concerns. Slated to be held by Pakistan, the Champions Trophy 2025 has turned a fresh source of debate.

"India Will Suffer More Financial Loss...": PCB's Warning After CT 2025 https://t.co/Rjsp1YbfW6

— CricketNDTV (@CricketNDTV) March 22, 2025

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What comes next?

• The ICC should negotiate a solution between BCCI and PCB and settle communications.
• An alternative middle ground could possibly be considered if India does not pick to compete in Pakistan.
• Any choice will have financial consequences depending on ICC rules, sponsorship agreements, and broadcasting rights.

The ICC might intercede between the two boards, but other sites could be under consideration if India rejects to compete in Pakistan. Still, PCB is determined to have the competition at home, which would constitute one of Pakistan's most significant occasions since the World Cup of 1996.

The cricket world is eagerly waiting BCCI's ultimate verdict, which could define the direction of the Champions Trophy 2025 and IndianPakistani cricket relations given increased tensions.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was a watershed moment in India's cricket viewing, setting a new record in television and online platforms. At an all-time high viewership, the series ranked among the highest-watched sports events of all time.

According to official records, JioStar boasted a record 250 billion overall views, the highest among cricket fans. Even the live television broadcast, Star Sports, witnessed history-shattering action with 137 billion views. JioHotstar, another household streaming service, received 110+ billion views, pointing towards the shift towards digital viewing.

The final match in the tournament witnessed a record-breaking real-time viewership. TV viewership peaked at 122 million concurrent viewers, one of the all-time highest TV audiences for a cricket match in India. Digitally, 61 million concurrent viewers viewed the final live, which only serves to underscore the increasing dominance of online media in sports broadcasting.

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The record-breaking ratings reflect India's unprecedented passion for cricket and increased availability of live sporting action on old and new media. Success of Champions Trophy 2025 also indicates the role played by streaming media in transforming sport viewing, with more viewers abandoning traditional cable television to watch games on smart TVs and mobiles.

Industry experts believe that the combined coverage of television and digital media has set a new standard for cricket watching. Increased adoption of high-speed internet, along with low-cost mobile data, has contributed significantly to this increase.

With the ICC T20 World Cup and certain other major events lined up for the coming years, such statistics indicate that Indian cricket viewership will continue to increase. The 2025 Champions Trophy has certainly reached new heights and been an unforgettful moment for world cricket fans.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) lost a huge sum of money after the ICC Champions Trophy, which was the first ICC tournament in Pakistan in 29 years. The PCB lost a record Rs 869 crore in preparations for the tournament, including stadium refurbishment, security, etc. But the board earned only Rs 52 crore from hosting and ticketing fees. This led to a huge loss of Rs 739 crore, and the PCB's future to host big events was doubted. The poor financial performance has placed the PCB in a defensive position, and it is now reconsidering hosting future tournaments. The loss also questioned the long-term sustainability of hosting such tournaments in Pakistan.

Disappointing Return Despite Success of the Event:

While the Champions Trophy as a sporting event was a success, with the Pakistani team performing well and the crowd attending in good mood, the return in the form of finance was much less than expected. The PCB also expected to gain a profit by staging the tournament, but ticket and sponsorship sales were not sufficient to counter the astronomical expense. The loss signals the risks involved in hosting international events. The PCB will now have to investigate future events and how to organize them so that they raise sufficient money to avoid future financial losses. The board can also seek means of securing better sponsors and high turnout at future tournaments so as to reduce financial risks. In the future, the PCB can seek alternative revenue sources so that they can be profitable in the future.

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High Risks in Hosting Big Events:

This loss illustrates the danger in hosting large international events. Despite the fact that the PCB incurred a lot in preparing for the Champions Trophy, the revenue generated was not sufficient to offset the expenses. The board will have to plan thoroughly for future events to ensure that they are economically viable.

Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy praised his captain Rohit Sharma for how he kept him employed during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. After taking part in India’s victorious campaign, Chakravarthy offered admiration for Rohit’s prowess, one of the greatest captains of all time.

Rohit’s Smart Captaincy Brings Out the Best in Chakravarthy

Chakravarthy cited instances of how Rohit Sharma optimally utilized his bowling capabilities at different times of the game, I bowled two overs in the Powerplay, two to three overs at the death, and was called upon whenever a wicket was needed in the middle overs. Such efficient and effective utilization of Chakravarthy’s resources lead to him achieving great results and helped the team win.

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Rohit’s Leadership Earns High Praise

Chakravarthy added that even before he attempted to tell his best bowling plan, Rohit had already anticipated it. He knew how to get the best out of me without me even saying it.

With Rohit Sharma now serving as the captain, India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 under his captaincy further solidifying the fact that he is one of the best captains in the history of cricket. The success of the campaign stemmed from him utilizing his skills to manage players and make vital moves to achieve victory.

MS Dhoni got himself trending again after a video of his reaction towards the Champions Trophy question surfaced online. In the footage, Dhoni is seen capturing an airport, and a reporter greets him with “Hello Mahi bhai, Champions Trophy…” but Dhoni walks past him in silence.

The clip has received mixed reviews with some users slandering Dhoni for his “disgraceful" behavior while others commend him for ignoring the media in yet another attempt to troll him. One post that gained traction labeled Dhoni as “anti-national” and argued that he would have given an elaborate response had the question been regarding businessman Mukesh Ambani. This created further debate and controversy regarding his opinion on his double-edged relationship with national matters and cricket. 

MS Dhoni has always been widely recognized for his cool, calm, and collected personality, both on the field and off. He rarely speaks about sensational news articles surrounding him unless provoked, which puts him at the center of many unwanted criticisms. His quiet acceptance in the video stems from his infamous silence where he chooses to not comment on anything. It is important to keep in mind that Dhoni has shifted his attention into different pursuits after retiring from international cricket in 2020 and has focusedon his IPL commitments with the Chennai Super Kings.

Meet the biggest anti national - Ms dhobi.

The reporter should have asked him about Ambani then he definitely would had given a long answer.😔 pic.twitter.com/f4s1PIQe0p

— 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐮 (@Ro_45stan) March 12, 2025

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Dhoni's career has profoundly developed with the ICC’s Champions Trophy. He captained India to victory during its 2013 edition, becoming the first captain to have all three ICC white ball trophies to his name (T20 WC, ODI WC, and Champions Trophy). The reason behind his stance on this issue is that he does not want to deal with the conversation surrounding this event that has become so ambiguous in recent years.

Regardless, Dhoni remains one of India’s most respected cricketers and throughout his life, whether through word or deed, managed to capture the attention of many. He is undeniably one of the most experienced and admired cricketers in India, and even in retirement, Dhoni continues to receive massive public attention and adoration from a diverse array of fans. In their eyes, his actions, or lack thereof, speak volumes. 

30 to win off 30 and South Africa were cruising in the T20 World Cup Finals last year. The game was slipping away until Jasprit Bumrah came with a magical spell to bring the trophy home. He was center stage again during the Border Gavaskar Trophy finishing with 30+ wickets, dominating and single-handedly keeping India through the series. Ruled out though, the Champions Trophy was always going to be a challenge for India. Their strike bowler was gone and India were going in without a trump card seemingly. Dubai though, with its spin allowed India to trust their vintage spin.

Most teams go in with two spinners and maybe a part-timer on conditions that offer a good amount of turn. India, though, started with three to challenge Pakistan and Bangladesh. They then decided that they could do with one more, bringing their final Trump card, Varun Chakravarthy, in to play four spinners. Dubai was helping them with a lot of spin and slowness on tired tracks that have recently hosted the ILT20. From the norm of two spinners and a part timer, India went with not three but four spinners of differing variety. Two of them are left-arm spinners who bat as good as anyone in the top five thus extending the batting line-up to number eight while giving six genuine bowling options. They also went with two wrist-spinners using both hands with a lot of mystery behind them.

In Axar Patel, India had a left-arm spinner who could bowl in the powerplay while also batting at number five gave India a leftie in the middle-order. The other left-arm spinner, Ravindra Jadeja, is among the greatest all-rounders in the game and is a proven master of the middle-overs. In each game he was as quick as ever into his overs, finishing them in less than two minutes giving batters little time to breath. His fielding is an added bonus with the arm as good as ever. Kuldeep Yadav the third one comes with a lot of mystery and woke up as a death bowler in the tournament bowling a fair chunk of his overs in the last ten of the innings. The fourth one, Varun Chakravarthy comes in with mystery of his own. He is relatively new as well in the international circuit and can bowl equally well through the innings.

With the quartet, India were quick in spinning webs around the batters. Solid starts quickly became slow paced with batters struggling to find the boundary or even get the ball past the square for a single. The final was clear evidence of the spinners doing their magic. At 57 for no loss in the 9th over, Will Young and Rachin Ravindra were running away with the game. Varun Chakravarthy though opened the game up with a beauty to get Will Young and Kuldeep Yadav bowled what could be the ball of the Final to get Rachin Ravindra. He picked the wicket of Williamson as well and that set New Zealand into snooze mode. The intent was gone and India had the best men to make the most of it. Axar Patel started but it was Ravindra Jadeja, introduced in the 19th over who got into his rhythm. It was his day as he bowled over after over, hitting the same line and length that made him dangerous for so many years. There wasn't much spin but he was getting it to grip, and being the fastest of the four he was tough to get under. Jadeja rushed through his overs bowling nine unchanged and getting Tom Latham out sweeping. He followed with some energetic chases and rocket throws while finishing the innings at number eight highlighting his value once more in the side.

The middle-overs shift though was not his alone. With Jadeja holding one end, the attacking bowlers took the other ends with Kuldeep, Axar and Chakravarthy rotating. Kuldeep and Chakravarthy had already laid the groundwork with three wickets between them and Rohit Sharma used the three of them beautifully in bursts. It was Chakravarthy who got Glenn Phillips again at the right time with Phillips just getting into his groove heading into the slog overs. The other left-arm spinner, Axar Patel, comes in slightly differently. Taller than Jadeja, he brings in the extra bounce and he was just as good, if not better than Jadeja at applying the squeeze, picking up wickets as well at key points. For Axar though, bowling was not the only aspect. His batting in the top five was equally crucial. He played a key knock in the Final, as the leftie in the middle-order.

With Kuldeep Yadav, India did not miss Bumrah as Yadav took the death overs and bowled them really well. The true trump card though was Varun Chakravarthy who was tough to pick. Teams could not read him as he took nine wickets in the three matches he played. Had he started the Player of the Tournament medal could have well been his. The tournament had a lot of dominance with the batters making marks at different times. The engine room though was clearly the spin quartet, which is something that is very rare to see and something Cricket might not see as often.

India's March 9th, 2025, conquest of New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final resulted in a fresh wave of reactions from almost all sectors of Pakistani media, and social sites simultaneously; it was New Zealand’s loss. Because of the shared poignant cricket history of India and Pakistan, sentiments were deeply entrenched as reactions leaned to exaggeration, as in restfulness, chuckling, and, of course, blame shifting.

Frustration poured in as many Pakistani fans seemed to find it scorned while showing the disappointment of losing the defending champion’s trophy. A segment of the society was able to defend laughable, cartoonish prayers depicting a confession to support New Zealand.

Other sections shifted views towards controversies of umpiring and accused Indian favoritism throughout the game. The Pakistani media clearly covered the match, with detailed commentary ranging from Indian performances to Indian impacts on Pakistani perspectives on cricket. Some flashy reports ranged from showing moments of highlights of them to others that rolled their eyes into subdued boredom that comes at the drudgery of Pakistan's pace-less heroics final. 

Pakistani meltdown thread:

1. Story of sour grapes. pic.twitter.com/svqNjeUOQb

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

2. Emotional breakdown tweet pic.twitter.com/PdrsHtKL1D

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

3. Script worked tweet pic.twitter.com/AP2qWxEAe8

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

4. Unhealed trauma tweet pic.twitter.com/l0NyZkuHYF

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

5. Umpires sold out tweet pic.twitter.com/0u5WxvBRPM

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

6. Dua not working tweet pic.twitter.com/PvMMQsywe6

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

7. Allah not listening to Pakis tweet pic.twitter.com/jIB0u9m1HB

— Arun (@arunv2808) March 9, 2025

Throughout all social platforms, the absolute mixed reactions poured in, the disappointment, dedicating admiration and some jokes, evident in the conferred India uhmm end showing the moment of grabbing the chance, teamed with competitive actioning and mastery, opposed the nurturing unhindered display by deep competition extending even to rivalry. 

A Glorious Win for India 

During the final, India achieved their best performance of the series, doing well in every aspect of the game. The batsmen assure themselves a strong total while the bowlers had very disciplined attacks preventing New Zealand from scoring. The fielding was simply brilliant all around India and subsequently, they claimed their well deserved victory. The fans rejoiced and celebrated all over the country claiming this as India's best achievement and victory of their cricketing journey. 

‘Exceptional game, exceptional result’: PM Modi congratulates Team India on Champions Trophy win pic.twitter.com/pPdoAEUU9d

— Bipin kumar Singh (Modi Ka Parivar) (@bipinkmr0017) March 10, 2025

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PM Modi's Heartfelt Appreciation

Following this victory, PM Modi decisively congratulated the team for their amazingly impressive performance on social media. He extended his praise for their undivided, strong efforts that gave joy to millions of people all across the nation. “A fantastic win for Team India! Your dedication and perseverance have made the nation proud,” he stated. 

In addition, he showed appreciation along New Zealand for their great sportsmanship and empowered Indian cricketers to do better. Claiming the victory of the Champions Trophy has simply made Indians and their reputation as a great superpower in world cricket even greater. Factoring this, more generations from India are sure to rise, inspired by this astounding win.