Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar’s celebrated after India won the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 has gone viral on social media.

The legendary batter showcased his playful side by breaking into a joyous dance as the Men in Blue clinched their third Champions Trophy title.

Star Sports shared the clip with the caption, “Dil toh bachchahai ji”.

Fans flooded the comment section with endearing reactions, dubbing the 75-year-old cricketer a “cutie” and “pookie.” Many compared their celebrations to his, while others joined in on the fun by referring to him as “Trophy paglu” and “Winnerpaglu sunny-pookie.”

In the final match, India chased down a target of 252 runs with six balls to spare, led by Rohit Sharma’s impressive 76-run performance.

Although the team faced a brief challenge after Sharma’s dismissal, contributions from Shreyas Iyer (48 runs) and KL Rahul (unbeaten 32 runs) ensured a smooth finish at the Dubai International Stadium.

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This victory marks India’s second consecutive ICC title, following their win in the T20 World Cup in 2024.