Spinners Shine in Champions Trophy Showdown

Kuldeep Yadav's superb bowling, along with Indian spinners, influenced the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand. Despite Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell's timely fifties, the Indian team restricted New Zealand to 251 for seven, leveraging tight spin strategies that stifled the Kiwi batsmen's advancing runs effectively.

In a gripping Champions Trophy final, Kuldeep Yadav and the Indian spin contingent proved pivotal. Despite battling spiritedly behind Daryl Mitchell's 63 and Michael Bracewell's 53, New Zealand was restricted to a manageable 251 for seven due to masterful spin tactics.

Initially positioned at 69 for 1, New Zealand struggled after Indian spinners took control. Kuldeep Yadav dismissed key batsmen like Rachin Ravindra with deceptive deliveries, hampering the Blackcaps' rhythm and pushing them to 75 for three.

The Indian spinners, including Varun Chakravarthy and others, kept the pressure mounting. Their relentless attack minimized New Zealand's scoring opportunities, restricting them during crucial middle overs which culminated in a significant milestone for the Indian side.

(With inputs from agencies.)