In the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, New Zealand achieved the highest catching efficiency with 91.1%. They took 31 catches and dropped only 3 in five matches, showcasing exceptional fielding skills that significantly contributed to their progression to the final.
Here is a summary of the top teams by catching efficiency in the tournament:
| Team | Catches Taken | Catches Dropped | Catching Efficiency |
| New-Zealand | 35 | 7 | 83.30% |
| South Africa | 20 | 4 | 83.30% |
| Australia | 16 | 5 | 76.20% |
| Afghanistan | 13 | 5 | 72.20% |
| England | 10 | 4 | 71.40% |
| Bangladesh | 6 | 3 | 66.70% |
| Pakistan | 6 | 3 | 66.70% |
| India | 23 | 13 | 63.90% |
On the other hand, India struggled with fielding, setting an unwanted record for the most dropped catches in the tournament. Despite winning the championship, India’s catching efficiency was 67.6% with 23 catches and 11 drops. Their poor fielding was evident in the final, where they dropped four catches, which could have changed the course of the game.
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The tournament showcased exceptional fielding skills, with Glenn Phillips of New Zealand making some of the most memorable catches, including a stunning one-handed catch in the final against India. Overall, the Champions Trophy 2025 underscored the significance of fielding in determining match outcomes and team success in major cricket tournaments.
