India’s triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was a moment of great pride for the team and their ardent fans. With years of close calls in ICC competitions, the Men in Blue finally won another big title, breaking a long drought in ODI trophies. As the celebrations took place, Virat Kohli, one of India’s most seasoned players, shared his feelings about the victory, the performance of the team, and his personal experiences in an emotional interview.
Post the victory, Kohli called the moment extremely special, not only for him but for the whole team and supporters who had gone through ups and downs with them. He pointed out how significant the win was for Indian cricket, given the expectations that tend to surround the team in international competitions. Kohli, who had been instrumental in the Indian campaign, was full of pride over the way the team managed pressure and performed under it when it counted.
Kohli admitted that it is never easy to win an ICC trophy since all the teams come with the desire to win. He praised the players for their hard work, noting the contribution of the senior players as well as young stars who rose to the occasion in critical times. India’s victory, he said, was founded on solidarity, believing in themselves, and good preparation before the tournament.
Kohli, who loves to celebrate intensely, was emotionally moved after the match. He acknowledged that the win meant a lot to him personally, being his first ICC trophy since India’s 2011 World Cup victory. In the years preceding this, he had been a part of a number of ICC knockout matches which ended in failure, so the win tasted that much better. Kohli mentioned that moments such as these are something which every cricketer dreams about, and he was lucky to be part of a side which brought smiles to millions of people.
In the celebrations, Kohli spent affectionate moments with his teammates, coaches, and support staff. One of the most emotional moments was when he hugged Rohit Sharma, a relationship that had experienced both ups and downs but eventually resulted in a common dream of winning another big ICC trophy. He also thanked the fans, recognizing their unrelenting support during tough times.
Kohli took pains to praise the young players who were instrumental in India’s triumph. He was particularly impressed by Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul, whose performances earned the team wins in critical matches. Kohli stressed that these young talents are the future of Indian cricket and that their passion and talent will propel the team further.
He also lauded the bowlers, who performed under pressure and helped India stay in command throughout the tournament. The combination of veteran campaigners and young guns was something Kohli felt made India an unstoppable force.
When questioned regarding his future, Kohli was stuck in the present, saying that he was loving his cricket and had the desire to play at the top level. Though rumors regarding his retirement have been circulating, Kohli was adamant that he is still dedicated to doing his best for India as long as he is fit and inspired.
The Champions Trophy victory will be etched in history as a turning point for Indian cricket, an end to the years of agony in ICC tournaments. For Kohli, it was yet another feather in his cap, cementing his place as one of the greatest cricketers of his time once again.
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