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Champions Trophy Finals: Rohit Sharma's Struggle Vs Virat Kohli's Record

Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have played in two Champions Trophy finals before, but their records in the summit clash haven't been particularly impressive.

India is all set to take on New Zealand in the grand finale of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday (March 9) in Dubai. As the Men in Blue aim for glory, all eyes will be on skipper Rohit Sharma and batting maestro Virat Kohli, whose performances could determine the fate of IND vs NZ Champions Trophy Final match.

Virat Kohli has been in outstanding form throughout the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tournament. He smashed a brilliant century against Pakistan and followed it up with a crucial 84-run knock in the semi-final against Australia, proving once again why he thrives on the big stage.

Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma has been getting good starts but is yet to convert them into a match-defining innings. With Sunday's IND vs NZ Champions Trophy Final being the most crucial encounter, fans will be hoping that the Indian captain steps up when it matters the most.

How have Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli performed in Champions Trophy Finals?

Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have played in two Champions Trophy finals before, but their records in the summit clash haven't been particularly impressive.

Rohit Sharma has scored just 29 runs in two finals. He was dismissed for 0 in the 2017 final against Pakistan and managed only 9 runs in the 2013 final against England.

Virat Kohli has a total of 46 runs in two finals. He played a useful 43-run knock (34 balls) against England in 2013 but was dismissed cheaply for 5 runs (9 balls) against Pakistan in the 2017 final.

IND vs NZ - Final showdown on March 9

The highly anticipated IND vs NZ Champions Trophy Final will take place on Sunday (March 9), with millions of fans hoping for a memorable performance from India's senior players. The Champions Trophy Final match between India and New Zealand will be broadcast live on Star Sports Hindi, Sports 18 Network, and DD Sports.

About the author Shivam Sharma

Shivam Sharma is an Associate Producer at ABP Live English with seven years of experience in journalism. As a sports beat expert, he specialises in cricket and major sporting events, delivering accurate, engaging, and timely stories. His work combines strong editorial judgment with in-depth sports analysis for digital audiences.

For tips and queries, you can reach out to him at shivams@abpnetwork.com

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