Over the years, Indian cricketers have delivered unforgettable performances in ICC tournament finals, earning the prestigious Player of the Match award. From Mohinder Amarnath’s heroics in 1983 to Rohit Sharma’s recent brilliance in 2025, as India lifted the Champions Trophy by defeating New Zealand by
here’s a look at all the Indians who have won this honor.
Mohinder Amarnath – 1983 ODI World Cup Final
Performance: 26 (80) & 3 wickets
Amarnath played a pivotal role in India’s historic 1983 World Cup triumph against West Indies at Lord’s. His gritty 26 runs and three crucial wickets, including the final dismissal of Michael Holding, helped India secure their first-ever World Cup title.
Irfan Pathan – 2007 T20 World Cup Final
Performance: 3/16 in 4 overs
Pathan’s match-winning spell in the final against Pakistan was instrumental in India’s victory. He took key middle-over wickets, dismantling Pakistan’s chase. With this performance India won the inaugural T20I world cup that was hosted in South Africa.
MS Dhoni – 2011 ODI World Cup Final
Performance: 91 (79)*
Captain MS Dhoni led from the front, finishing the 2011 World Cup final against Sri Lanka with his iconic six at Wankhede Stadium, guiding India to their second ODI World Cup victory after a wait of almost 28 years. He became the first Indian captain to win the POTM award in any ICC final.
Ravindra Jadeja – 2013 ICC Champions Trophy Final
Performance: 33 (25) & 2/24
Jadeja’s all-round brilliance helped India win the rain-affected final against England in 2013. His finishing knock and tight bowling in the final over sealed a thrilling five-run victory.
Virat Kohli – 2024 ICC T20I World Cup Final
Performance: 76(59)
After having a bleak campaign Kohli delivered a crucial knock when it mattered the most. In the final match against South Africa, India lost wickets early on, then Kohli stepped up and built an important partnership with Axar to help the team post a total of 176 runs.
Rohit Sharma – 2025 ICC Champions Trophy Final
Performance: 76 (83)
In the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma played a match-winning knock of 76 runs, ensuring India’s triumph. His calm and composed innings under pressure earned him the Player of the Match award. He became the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win a player of the match award in ICC finals.
