The ICC Champions Trophy, often considered the mini-World Cup, featured some of the most exciting cricket finals in its history from 1998 to 2017. Here’s a detailed look at the final match in each of the tournament’s winning years.
| Champion Trophy Year | 2009 |
| Winner | Pakistan |
| Final Match | Pakistan vs. New Zealand |
| Date | 22-Jun-09 |
| Venue | The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Result | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| HOST | South Africa |
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Pakistan’s 2009 Champions Trophy victory was a remarkable achievement. They defeated New Zealand in the final by 6 wickets to win their first Champions Trophy title. New Zealand batted first and posted a total of 181 runs. Pakistan easily chased down the target in 45.1 overs, finishing at 182/4. The match was defined by the brilliant all-round performance of Pakistan’s bowlers, including Shahid Afridi, who took crucial wickets and helped steer his team to victory.