India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, hailed the team’s remarkable depth and consistency after securing the Champions Trophy title in Dubai on Sunday. The victory, which followed their T20 World Cup triumph in the Caribbean last year, solidified India’s dominance in international cricket.
With this latest success, India has now won 23 out of 24 matches in the last three ICC tournaments, dating back to the 2023 ODI World Cup final on home soil, where they narrowly lost to Australia. Under Rohit’s leadership, India has lifted two major trophies in the past three years, with the latest being a four-wicket win over New Zealand.
A Testament to India’s Strength
Reflecting on India’s impressive 23 victories, Rohit emphasized the team’s resilience and depth:
“That’s an incredible milestone. It speaks volumes about the quality of this team. We reached the ODI World Cup final but fell short. However, in the T20 World Cup, we remained unbeaten and went on to win the title. Now, we’ve secured the Champions Trophy as well.”
The skipper credited the team’s unity and ability to handle external pressure, adding:
“There’s always immense pressure and speculation when India loses a match. But our players have learned to set that aside and focus on winning and enjoying the game. That mindset has been key over the past few years.”
Team Effort Paved the Way for Success
Rohit highlighted how collective contributions from all players played a crucial role in the tournament’s success.
“From No. 1 to No. 11, everyone who had the opportunity to bat or bowl stepped up. That’s what brings consistent success. The bowlers played their part, and the batsmen delivered match-winning performances.”
He also acknowledged the challenging playing conditions and how the team adapted effectively:
“The wickets were tricky, and it wasn’t easy for any player. But everyone contributed when needed, and that made a huge difference.”
Hunger for More Success
Despite winning two major ICC trophies, India’s ambition remains undiminished. Rohit believes the team still has a strong desire to achieve more:
“There’s a lot of hunger and passion in this squad. These qualities can’t be taught – they come naturally. That’s what makes this team special.”
With their latest triumph, India has firmly established itself as one of the most dominant forces in world cricket, and with their depth and determination, the future looks even brighter.
