Shama Mohamed, a Congress leader, made headlines after India's stunning victory in the Champions Trophy 2025. The Indian cricket team defeated New Zealand by four wickets, clinching their third Champions Trophy title. What followed the win was a significant change in Mohamed’s stance toward Rohit Sharma, the Indian captain, whom she had previously criticized.

Shama Mohamed’s Praise for Rohit Sharma’s Leadership

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Shama Mohamed congratulated the Indian team on their spectacular performance. She specifically praised Rohit Sharma’s leadership and his 76-run knock, which helped set the foundation for the victory. The Congress leader, who had previously called Rohit Sharma "fat" for a sportsman and "the most unimpressive captain India has ever had," took to social media to express her admiration for his performance in the Champions Trophy final.

Her post read:
"Congratulations to #TeamIndia for their stupendous performance in winning the #ChampionsTrophy2025! Hats off to Captain @ImRo45 who led from the front with a brilliant 76, setting the tone for victory. @ShreyasIyer15 and @klrahul played crucial knocks, steering India to glory! A triumph to remember!"

Her change in tone comes after a wave of backlash over her earlier remarks, where she had critiqued Rohit Sharma’s physique and questioned his ability as a captain. This praise, however, comes on the back of a memorable knock by Rohit Sharma in the final, where his half-century off 41 balls played a crucial role in India’s victory.

India’s Victory Over New Zealand in the Final

In the final, India defeated New Zealand by four wickets, chasing down 251 runs in the penultimate over. Rohit Sharma was instrumental at the start, stitching a century partnership with Shubman Gill. His 76 runs laid the foundation, and key knocks by Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya ensured India stayed ahead in the chase. Ravindra Jadeja, who hit the winning runs, sealed the victory for India.

New Zealand, having won the toss, batted first and posted a competitive total of 251. Despite the early breakthrough by Varun Chakaravarthy, Michael Bracewell and Daryl Mitchell scored half-centuries, helping New Zealand reach a challenging total.

India, though, was always in control of the chase, with Rohit Sharma’s aggressive start leading the way. The victory marked India’s third Champions Trophy title, having last won it in 2013.

Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament

Rohit Sharma’s scintillating knock earned him the Player of the Match award, and Rachin Ravindra, the top run-scorer of the tournament, was named the Player of the Tournament.

Impact of the Win and Shama Mohamed’s U-Turn

Shama Mohamed’s U-turn on her earlier remarks about Rohit Sharma showcases how leadership on the field can change public opinion. The Indian cricket team’s victory in the Champions Trophy 2025 was not only a historic achievement but also an opportunity for some figures to reassess their previous criticisms.

As the Men in Blue celebrate their win, the event serves as a reminder of the powerful role of cricket in shaping both national pride and personal perspectives. For Shama Mohamed, it appears her admiration for Rohit Sharma's leadership and performance has finally found a place in her public remarks.

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