Dubai, UAE: In a heart-stopping final, India emerged victorious against New Zealand, successfully chasing down a target of 254 with just four balls to spare in Dubai. The match, filled with dramatic twists and turns, saw India maintain their composure under intense pressure to claim a memorable win.

The chase began on a solid note, with Indian openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill providing a steady start. Sharma's masterclass innings of 76 off 68 balls set the foundation, while Gill contributed a valuable 31 before falling to a stunning catch by Glenn Phillips off Mitchell Santner.

Virat Kohli’s stay at the crease was short-lived as he fell for just one run, trapped lbw by Michael Bracewell in a major setback for India. However, Shreyas Iyer (48) and Axar Patel (29) kept the scoreboard ticking, despite New Zealand's disciplined bowling attack led by Santner and Bracewell.

As the game approached its climax, Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul guided India closer to victory, with Pandya smashing a crucial six off Ravindra to ease the pressure. The equation boiled down to 12 runs needed from 18 balls, but wickets continued to fall, including Pandya’s departure to Kyle Jamieson for 18.

With India needing seven runs from the final two overs, Ravindra Jadeja played a calm and composed innings, ensuring there were no last-minute hiccups. A crucial two-run effort off Jamieson’s fourth delivery proved decisive, before Rahul sealed the win with a boundary, finishing unbeaten on 27.

New Zealand fought valiantly, with Santner (2-46) and Bracewell (2-40) keeping their side in contention throughout the chase. However, India’s resilience and ability to handle pressure saw them lift the trophy in a breathtaking finale.

This victory further cements India's dominance in white-ball cricket and serves as a major confidence booster ahead of future tournaments. The night belonged to India, as the Dubai stadium erupted in celebrations, marking another glorious chapter in the nation's cricketing history.