The stage is set for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, where India and New Zealand will battle for the title on Sunday. Indian fans will be hoping for big performances from Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer.While excitement builds, let’s take a look at the Indian batters who have delivered the most memorable knocks in Champions Trophy finals.Top Indian batters in Champions Trophy Finals1. Sourav Ganguly – 117 runs (2000 Final)Sourav Ganguly played a remarkable knock of 117 runs against New Zealand in the 2000 final. His innings helped India post a total of 264 while batting first. Despite his brilliance, New Zealand chased down the target, and India had to settle for the runner-up spot.2. Hardik Pandya – 76 runs (2017 Final)Hardik Pandya was the lone warrior for India in the 2017 final against Pakistan, smashing 76 off just 43 balls, including 4 fours and 6 sixes. However, his run-out proved to be the turning point, and India suffered a heavy 180-run defeat.3. Sachin Tendulkar – 69 runs (2000 Final)Batting alongside Ganguly in the 2000 final, Sachin Tendulkar scored 69 runs to give India a strong start. Unfortunately, his efforts weren’t enough as New Zealand secured victory.4. Virat Kohli – 43 runs (2013 Final)In the rain-shortened 2013 final against England, Virat Kohli played a knock of 43 runs, helping India reach 129 in a 20-over match. The Indian bowlers then stepped up to defend the total, securing India’s Champions Trophy triumph.5. Ravindra Jadeja – 33 runs (2013 Final)*Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten on 33 in the 2013 final, providing a late flourish to India’s total. His all-round performance, including key wickets, played a vital role in India’s title win.Also on ABP Live | CT 2025 Final: Crores At Stake For Winner, Runner-Up To Get Rich TooVirat Kohli can become all-time leading run-scorer In Champions Trophy historyVirat Kohli has so far scored 746 runs in 17 Champions Trophy matches across four editions for India.In Sunday’s IND vs NZ CT 2025 Final, Virat needs just 46 more runs to surpass Chris Gayle’s record of 791 runs in 17 Champions Trophy appearances for the West Indies, making him the tournament’s all-time leading run-scorer.
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