Champions Trophy: Iyer, Varun shine as India beat NZ to set up semifinal with Australia

In a crucial Group A match, India secured a 44-run victory over New Zealand thanks to Shreyas Iyer’s crucial 79-run innings and Varun Chakravarthy’s 5/42 bowling performance. This win positions India at the top of the table and sets up a semifinal clash with Australia. Chasing 250, New Zealand’s strong batting lineup struggled against India’s spin-heavy attack, with Chakravarthy leading the charge. His relentless accuracy and variations dismantled the Blackcaps, bowling them out for 205 in 45.3 overs.