Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Jadeja’s Brilliant Spell Puts India in Control
India’s spin dominance shines in the Champions Trophy 2025 final at Dubai International Stadium. Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav are putting New Zealand under pressure. After a solid start, the Black Caps are struggling at 108/4 in 24 overs, with India striking at regular intervals.
India lost a review when they missed an LBW call on Tom Latham earlier. However, Jadeja quickly made up for it. He trapped Latham in front just two overs later.
India Loses a Review as Latham Survives Early Scare
In the 22nd over, India thought they had another wicket. Tom Latham was hit on the front pad by a turning ball.
- Delivery: Fuller length, 90.7 kmph, turning back into the left-hander
- Appeal: Loud LBW shout, but umpire Paul Reiffel was unmoved
- Review: Rohit Sharma sent it upstairs despite KL Rahul’s doubts
- Ball Tracking: Impact in line but bouncing over the stumps
- Decision: Not Out – India lost a review
Rahul warned that the ball was too high, but Rohit trusted his instincts. He decided to review the call, but it was unsuccessful.
Jadeja Removes Latham, New Zealand Slips Further
Just two overs later, Ravindra Jadeja finally got his man. Jadeja troubled Latham with tight lines. Then, he bowled a full delivery at 95 km/h aimed at the stumps. This led to another LBW appeal.
- Latham attempted a sweep shot but missed completely
- Paul Reiffel raised his finger immediately
- Latham reviewed, but ball tracking showed three reds—out!
This time, there was no escape for Latham, who is usually reliable against spin.
Tom Latham vs Ravindra Jadeja in ODIs:
- Innings: 5
- Runs: 22
- Balls Faced: 33
- Dismissals: 3
New Zealand, now 108/4 in 24 overs, faces an uphill battle as Glenn Phillips walks in at No. 6.
India’s Spinners in Full Control
With Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav causing havoc, India is now in a commanding position. Can New Zealand rebuild, or will India continue their dominance?