IND vs NZ: [Watch] Absolute Peach! Kuldeep Yadav’s Magic Delivery Floors Rachin Ravindra in Final

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav delivered a stunning ball to dismiss Rachin Ravindra in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. The wicket silenced all critics who questioned his performance in the knockout matches. He picked a big wicket at a crucial moment, helping India gain control of the game.

Rachin Ravindra Fails to Read Kuldeep’s Googly

New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat first. Their openers, Will Young and Rachin Ravindra, gave them a steady start. Ravindra, who was in top form, had already scored two centuries in his last three games. He looked dangerous again in the final.

However, everything changed in the 11th over when Kuldeep Yadav was brought into the attack. On the very first ball of his over, he bowled a perfect googly. Ravindra, expecting a normal delivery, failed to read it. He tried to defend from inside the crease, but the ball spun sharply and sneaked through the bat-pad gap, crashing into the off stump.

Kuldeep celebrated with full energy, knowing the importance of the wicket. Ravindra was shocked and disappointed, as he had the potential to take the game away from India.

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India’s Comeback After Kuldeep’s Magic Ball

This breakthrough changed the momentum of the match. Just a few overs later, Kuldeep struck again, dismissing Kane Williamson. With two quick wickets, India made a strong comeback, putting New Zealand under pressure.

Kuldeep’s spell proved why he is one of India’s most dangerous spinners. His magical delivery to dismiss Ravindra will be remembered as one of the best moments of the final.