India had a strong start in the ICC Champions Trophy final against New Zealand with a 105-run opening partnership between Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill. However, New Zealand fought back by dismissing Gill and Virat Kohli quickly, putting pressure on India. Earlier, New Zealand posted 251/7 with significant contributions from Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell.
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