Champions Trophy 2025: Golden Bat and Golden Ball Contenders Emerge as India and New Zealand Face Off in the Final

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The Battle for the Golden Bat

The Golden Bat award is given to the batsman who scores the most runs in the tournament. Currently, Ben Duckett leads the way with 227 runs, but Rachin Ravindra is just one run behind with 226 runs. Virat Kohli is also in contention, having scored 217 runs so far. Other notable batsmen in the running include Shreyas Iyer and Kane Williamson.

  • Ben Duckett (England): 227 runs
  • Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand): 226 runs
  • Virat Kohli (India): 217 runs
  • Shreyas Iyer (India): 195 runs
  • Kane Williamson (New Zealand): 191 runs

The Contest for the Golden Ball

The Golden Ball award is given to the bowler who takes the most wickets in the tournament. Matt Henry currently leads the way with 10 wickets, but Mohammed Shami is close behind with 8 wickets. Varun Chakravarthy is also in contention, having taken 7 wickets so far.

  • Matt Henry (New Zealand): 10 wickets
  • Mohammed Shami (India): 8 wickets
  • Varun Chakravarthy (India): 7 wickets

The Final Showdown

The final match between India and New Zealand promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams having shown impressive form throughout the tournament. The winner of the Golden Bat and Golden Ball awards will be decided on the day of the final, and it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious. Will Ben Duckett hold on to his lead, or will Rachin Ravindra or Virat Kohli overtake him? Can Matt Henry recover from his injury to take the Golden Ball, or will Mohammed Shami or Varun Chakravarthy pip him to the post? All will be revealed on March 9.

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