Team India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final wasn’t just celebrated on the field—it also sparked joyous moments off it. Among the many heartwarming celebrations, one stood out: young Indian batter Shubman Gill’s father breaking into a lively Bhangra dance alongside wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. The ever-enthusiastic Arshdeep Singh soon joined in, adding to the festive atmosphere.
India’s triumph at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 9, marked their second consecutive ICC title, achieved in dominant fashion without losing a single game. The post-match celebrations were as electrifying as the final itself, with videos of the team’s jubilant moments flooding social media.
As Rohit Sharma and his men gathered to celebrate their hard-fought victory, Pant—renowned for his playful personality—set the mood by breaking into a spontaneous Bhangra. The real surprise came when Shubman Gill’s father, a passionate supporter throughout the tournament, enthusiastically joined in, matching Pant step for step. The sight of the veteran dancing with the young wicketkeeper became an instant highlight of the celebrations.
WATCH – Sunil Gavaskar’s Child-Like Dance Steals The Show After India’s Champions Trophy Triumph
Not to be left behind, Punjab’s own Arshdeep Singh joined the duo, further elevating the energy. The heartwarming video, which quickly went viral, perfectly captured the spirit of cricket—bringing together players, families, and fans in moments of unfiltered joy.
Shubman’s dad and Rishabh Pant doing bhangra 😂❤️ pic.twitter.com/Dw5namEWdx
— Shubman Gill Fc™ (@ShubmanGill7fc) March 10, 2025
On the cricketing front, Shubman Gill played a steady hand in the final, scoring 31 off 50 balls, including a six. He built a crucial 105-run opening partnership with Rohit Sharma, laying the foundation for India’s chase. Gill finished the tournament with 188 runs in five matches, averaging 47 with a strike rate of 75.5. His standout performance came against Bangladesh, where he scored a composed 101.
WATCH – Rohit Sharma’s Fiery Reply To Critics After Champions Trophy Triumph Leaves Fans In Splits
Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant, despite his exuberance off the field, didn’t get a chance to feature in the playing XI. KL Rahul was preferred as the wicketkeeper-batter throughout the tournament, justifying the selection with crucial contributions in high-pressure games. Rahul played a key role in India’s knockout matches, scoring a vital 42 off 34 balls in the semifinal and 34 off 33 deliveries in the final, ensuring India’s middle order remained steady when needed most.
