WATCH: Varun Chakravarthy's dream 'Googly' leaves Glenn Phillips stunned

During the ongoing high-voltage Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy showcased his finesse by dismissing Glenn Phillips with a deceptive googly. This vital moment underscored India's smart use of spin to dominate the match.

New Zealand, after winning the toss, having elected to bat first, faced early challenges as India's spinners applied pressure. Chakravarthy, known for his 'mystery spin', came up with a variety of deliveries that puzzled the Kiwi batters. Phillips, known for his aggressive batting style, sought to resist the spin threat.

In a critical over, Glenn Phillips initially showcased his intent by pulling a short delivery from Chakravarthy over deep square leg for a six. Chakravarthy adjusted his line and length. The very next delivery, he bowled a well-disguised googly that drifted in from outside off stump. Phillips, attended the spin, with another aggressive shot but was beaten by the sharp turn and got bowled. This dismissal highlighted Chakravarthy's ability to outthink the batsman and execute his plans effectively.

Check out the Viral dismissal of Glenn Phillips by Varun Chakravarthy here:

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Collective spin effort leaves squeezes New Zealand to brink

This wicket was part of a broader strategy by India to exploit the spin-friendly conditions of the Dubai pitch. Varun Chakravarthy's performance, combined with fellow spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav, stifled New Zealand's batting lineup.

The trio's effectiveness was evident as they collectively dismantled the opposition, leading to squeezing New Zealand batters to play rash shots in a bid to score briskly against India. As a result, the Kiwis finished with 251/7 in their 50 overs in the Champions Trophy Final.