BCCI hails Rohit Sharma’s leadership as India secures back-to-back ICC titles

India demonstrated their cricketing dominance with a commanding victory, solidifying their position as the top-ranked team in both ODIs and T20Is. "Right from the start, the team aimed for excellence, overcoming tough challenges with a fearless yet disciplined approach to the game," the BCCI stated in a media release.

Hyderabad: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) congratulated Team India on its magnificent triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

India showcased their cricketing supremacy, emerging victorious in dominant fashion and reaffirming their place as the top-ranked side in both ODIs and T-20Is.

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“From the very outset, the team pursued excellence, overcoming formidable challenges with a brand of cricket that was both fearless and disciplined,” the BCCI said in a media release.

“The unbeaten run in an ICC tournament is a true reflection of their consistency, strategic execution, and hunger to succeed on the global stage,” it is informed.

“The final against New Zealand was the perfect culmination of this journey – an exhibition of resilience and high-pressure mastery,” the release said.

The BCCI extended ” its highest commendation to captain Rohit Sharma, whose exemplary leadership and tactical acumen were instrumental in guiding the team to this historic achievement.”

” His ability to inspire and lead by example played a defining role in India’s victorious campaign. Notably, this marks India’s second successive ICC title under his leadership in as many years, following the triumphant T20 World Cup 2024 victory.

These twin titles firmly establish his legacy as one of India’s finest and most successful captains,” the release said.

The BCCI also lauded the role of Head Coach Gautam Gambhir, whose fearless approach and tactical insight were key to shaping this winning team.

“His emphasis on self-belief and strategic execution was evident in the way the players carried themselves throughout the competition.”

The BCCI also congratulated the players, coaching staff, support personnel and the selection committee for this phenomenal accomplishment.