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The highly anticipated Champions Trophy 2025 is underway in Pakistan and the UAE, featuring the top eight ODI sides in the world, including India, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Bangladesh, England, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. The ICC Champions Trophy has seen several remarkable performances from Indian players over the years in batting, bowling, as well as fielding. In this article, we have mentioned the five best fielding moments by Indian players in Champions Trophy history.
5 best fielding moments by Indian players in Champions Trophy history
Yuvraj Singh's catch in semi-final against South Africa to dismiss Jonty Rhodes in CT 2002
Yuvraj Singh, known for his effortless hitting and match-winning performances, was a great fielder in his prime. In the Champions Trophy 2002 (then called the ICC KnockOut Trophy), he took a stunning diving catch of Jonty Rhodes against South Africa in the semi-finals.
Ravindra Jadeja's diving catch against Pakistan to dismiss Fakhar Zaman in the CT 2017 Final
Ravindra Jadeja, known for his all-around ability and lightning-fast fielding on the grounds, has given many remarkable fielding moments for fans to celebrate. One of the best on his list is a tremendous diving catch in the Champions Trophy 2017 final to dismiss Fakhar Zaman on 114, who was looking really dangerous at that moment.
Axar Patel's run out against Pakistan in Champions Trophy 2025
Axar Patel’s arms are quick on the field. The all-rounder dismissed Imam-ul-Haq on 10 runs with a stunning direct hit in the fifth match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He also received a dressing room fielding medal for his direct hit by the hands of Shikhar Dhawan.
MS Dhoni's stumping in the CT 2013 Final
MS Dhoni is regarded as one of the greatest wicketkeepers in the world and has showcased his glove skills at the highest stage in the Champions Trophy 2013 by stumping Ian Bell on the bowling of Ravindra Jadeja. This was a very wicket for India taken by Jadeja, thanks to the lightning-fast stumping of MS Dhoni.
Yuvraj Singh's run-out to Michael Bevan in 2000
Yuvraj Singh’s run-out of Michael Bevan in the first quarter-final of the Champions Trophy 2000 (then called the ICC KnockOut Trophy) is regarded as one of the best fielding moments by an Indian in this ICC event. Thanks to his run-out, Bevan, who was looking very good, got out on 42, and eventually, India won the match by 20 runs.
