Mohanlal and Mammootty applaud Team India’s victory over Pakistan in Champions Trophy 2025

Team India clinched a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy, led by Virat Kohli's unbeaten century. India chased down a 242-run target with key efforts from Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and Rohit Sharma. Kohli's match-winning performance earned praise from Malayalam icons Mohanlal and Mammootty, as well as Chiranjeevi and Vivek Oberoi. With this victory, India bolstered its position in the tournament, raising hopes for another Champions Trophy success.

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Team India secured a commanding six-wicket victory against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy, with Virat Kohli leading the charge with an unbeaten century. The thrilling encounter saw India successfully chase down a 242-run target, thanks to Kohli’s brilliance and crucial contributions from Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, and Rohit Sharma.

Malayalam superstars Mohanlal and Mammootty took to social media to congratulate the Men in Blue. Mohanlal praised Kohli’s match-winning knock, tweeting, "Congratulations to Team India and Virat Kohli for a stellar victory against Pakistan! Let’s bring the trophy home, boys! #INDvsPAK #ChampionsTrophy.”

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Mammootty also expressed his excitement by sharing a picture of Virat Kohli and writing, “Congratulations Team India.”

Meanwhile, Virat Kohli’s wife-actress Anushka Sharma shared a snap of her beloved hubby blowing a kiss to the camera and penned two holding hands emoji along with a hearts emoji.
Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi Tweeted, “Hurrahhhhhh!!! India spectacularly triumphs over Pakistan!!! What a match!!!! Kudos to the Entire Team!!! Such a treat to watch the Fireworks. from the SENSATIONAL @virat.kohli Bravo @shreyasiyer96 @shubmangill @kuldeep_18 & Captain @rohitsharma45 and the entire team !! ." Vivek Oberoi wrote on social media, “Vivaan called it! Virat's brilliance and the team's relentless spirit delivered a victory that resonated far beyond the scoreboard. Hearts across the globe are swelling with pride. What a win! A truly unforgettable moment for Indian cricket. #INDvsPAK #India #Pakistan #ChampionsTrophy.” Javed Akhtar’s note read, “Virat Kohli , zindabad. !!! . We all are so so so proud of you !!!.”
The highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash lived up to expectations, with Kohli’s century anchoring the chase after a strong start from the openers. Shreyas Iyer’s composed half-century further cemented India’s dominance in the middle order.
With this victory, India has strengthened its position in the tournament, boosting hopes for another Champions Trophy triumph.

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