The New Zealand cricket team returned home on Wednesday after securing the final spot in the recently concluded Champions Trophy 2025, primarily hosted in Pakistan.
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Upon their arrival, the Black Caps received a warm welcome, with enthusiastic hospitality awaiting them. Children especially celebrated the Mitchell Santner-led squad, taking selfies with their cricket idols and collecting autographs.
Notably, New Zealand faced a heavy defeat against India in the Champions Trophy final at Dubai Stadium on Sunday, March 9.