Rohit Sharma Shuts Down Critics with Brilliant Champions Trophy 2025 Final Show

India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory in Dubai was a reflection of their superiority in global cricket, with skipper Rohit Sharma taking the charge from the front. But what made this win all the more memorable was the dramatic twist in events concerning Rohit's leadership and fitness, especially in light of recent attacks by Congress leader Shama Mohamed. Though he had body-shamed the Indian captain previously and questioned his skills, Shama wasted no time in congratulating the team on social media after their historic victory.

A Redemption Story for Rohit Sharma

Prior to the last game, Rohit Sharma was embroiled in a controversy when Shama Mohamed made a vile comment regarding his physical fitness. In a now-deleted social media update, she launched a personal attack on his physique, declaring that he was "too fat for a sportsperson." She also called him "the most unimpressive captain," fuelling an already firestorm of a debate over his captaincy. Her comments enraged cricket fans and experts alike, with many rushing to Rohit's defense.

But in a breathtaking show of determination, Rohit Sharma silenced his critics in the most spectacular manner—on the cricket field. During the New Zealand final, he blasted a 76-run innings, which laid the platform for India's chase of victory. His innings arrived at a pivotal moment, and it was proof of why he is one of the world's best batsmen. He thrashed the Kiwi bowlers during the Powerplay, leaving no indication he was fussed about fitness gossip or retirement speculation.

Shama Mohamed's Change in Tone

After India's convincing win, Shama Mohamed was not averse to adopting a change in tone. On X (previously Twitter), she complimented Rohit Sharma and the Indian team on their performance.

Cheers to #TeamIndia for their outstanding victory in claiming the #ChampionsTrophy2025! A bow of respect to Captain @ImRo45 who led from the front with an impeccable 76, laying the groundwork for victory. @ShreyasIyer15 and @klrahul delivered match-winning innings, bringing India home!" she tweeted.

This sudden change in tone did not pass without notice, with most social media users accusing her of the sudden flattery following earlier criticism of Rohit. Some fans accused her of being hypocritical, while others felt that she had simply praised the team's record-breaking feat.

India's Commanding Victory

India's 2025 Champions Trophy campaign was breathtaking. The world's number one ODI team traveled the whole distance without a single loss in the eight-country tournament co-hosted by Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. India battled out a gritty New Zealand team in the final which scored a gritty score of 252 runs. India overcame it in a four-wicket win with an over to spare.

Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul controlled the run-chase and prevented India from losing their direction following Rohit's departure. Their pressure-knock shows were a testament to the strength of India's batting line-up and enhanced the team's potential for delivering in high-pressure games.

Rohit Sharma's Reaction to the Victory

Post the match, Rohit Sharma thanked his players and the audience. He attributed India's bowling consistency and the tough mindset of players such as KL Rahul, who never let pressure overpower him.

I would like to thank everyone who turned out to support us. The fans have been wonderful. Not our home stadium, but they have treated us like our home stadium. Very pleasing victory. Right from the start, our spinners were tight, and they did not let us down. It worked in our favour and we utilized that to our benefit," Rohit said.

He also showered praises on young spinner Varun Chakravarthy, whose last-middle order performance was gold worth during the latter half of the tournament. "He has something special about him. Playing against such wickets, you require someone like him. Fortunately for us, it proved to be good." he added later.

Virat Kohli on India's Future

The backbone of Indian cricket, Virat Kohli, also uttered a few words of praise for the win. He stressed how the coming of India's young talent and accepting the challenge and leading the team to the right way is a matter of importance.

"It has been good. We were looking to recover from a difficult Australia tour. To play alongside such a great bunch of youngsters has been brilliant. They are taking responsibilities and ensuring India's future is bright," Kohli said.

You need to leave stronger when you do leave. Such value-for-money knocks by KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer showed the team is well taken care of," he asserted diplomatically stating his future plans.

A Statement Win for India

India's victory at Champions Trophy 2025 was greater than just a triumph in their trophy collection—it was a notice to the global community of cricket. It solidified their dominance of the limited-overs version and silenced their critics, who had questioned their ability to perform under duress. Rohit Sharma's captaincy, accompanied by an impressive team effort, once more had India towering at the global stage.

For Rohit, this victory was particularly sweet. It was a befitting reply to all his critics who had doubted him, and it showed that talent, grit, and experience overcome all criticism. While India basks in this mythical triumph, one thing is certain—Rohit Sharma and his boys have etched their names in history, and they ain't finished yet.