"It was really a great team because of the way they played, how they won every game as they came out of difficult situations, only talks about the mindset of a champion, and c This is what we have seen in this tournament," said the former captain Sunil Gavaskar.
"He (Dhoni) has the ability to rise from the ashes, it is his temperament, which he treats those two impostors -. Fame and failure -. Exactly the same way I think that is the reason that we use to recover After a difficult period, "Gavaskar said.
Former India captain Gundappa Vishwanath also praised Dhoni now has the unique record of the only captain to win. Three world titles in the sport
"This is a great victory. Hoping to win, especially after the way we started the tournament.
"Congratulations to MS Dhoni. Now that he has the world titles to his name. It's probably one of the best captains we have produced. Knew there was no change in his captain and continue in the same way in the cool and composed approach the game and take the challenge for the future, "said Vishwanath.
Other former Indian captain and the selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth said that India has demonstrated its superiority again.
"This is a great victory. Neuer proved once again that they are the best team in the world in one dayers. In 2011 he won the World Championship and once again showed their superiority with a good performance," he said.
Gavaskar Dhoni said the team has developed into a good device.
"It is expected that the last thing a close, but for the semi-finals, to win easily. Speaks volumes about how this team has become a unit. Says a lot about his character."
Former India coach Anshuman Gaekwad felt that winning the Champions Trophy fans faith in the game, which has taken a hit during the fixing point scandal IPL 6 would restore
"I am very happy and proud to be an Indian. 'Ve played cricket in any way. These small goals are always dangerous, but the boys do not fade under pressure and showed incredible character," he said.
"It is important for the trophy to the faith of the Indian cricket fans to win to win. On the success of this vision back."
Other former skipper Chandu Borde-test compared the victory of the Champions Trophy with the Devils win the 1983 World Cup Kapil.
"Under pressure was great and the Indian team also performed very well under pressure. In 1983, in a game of few points that won the World Cup. Also under the pressure we have done here. There is a similarity between 1983 and the final victory , "he said.
Former captain Ajit Wadekar said the victory proved that India has a lot of talent and selling some of the great has no effect on the computer.
"It was a great victory. Congratulations to Dhoni, I think this is the best captain we have. Though not Rahul (Dravid) can together all young dhoni and showed team spirit in this unit. This seems complete with Sachin (Tendulkar), to his team and Dhoni is probably the best captain India has ever had, "he said.
Gaekwad congratulated the jury chaired by Sandeep Patil for his decision, young blood, which has borne fruit.
"Congratulations to Sandip Patil and Co Not many have this opportunity especially if you are on tour in England. Had a lot of fear, we never thought this young brigade would do very well. A game or idea behind deterred. Welcomes the jury for his brilliant idea to look at the future of Indian cricket, "he said.
Former India captain Nari Contractor said the Champions Trophy in India has "good" Dhoni made in all departments of the game under the captaincy.
"This is a fantastic victory. Praise for the team and of course the captain, MS Dhoni great when he led the team forward," said 79-year-old opener.
"The team played well have done well in all departments. Notice spinners the start was excellent and the new opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan was a revelation. About how the current Indian team is in progress, the future seems to be. '
The legendary off-spinner Prasanna said Erapalli Champions Trophy victory has proved that India are world leaders.
"This is a victory that leaves India are certainly the best team in world cricket. Captaincy of Dhoni was brilliant," he said.
India has the duo twist Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin acclaim for his impressive performance in English conditions.
"Jadeja appears to be a great asset to the Indian team with his left arm to steady rotation. Their bowling is also encouraging Ashwin. Ashwin and Jadeja have a very good combination spin formed," said Prasanna.
Cricketer a commentator Sanjay Manjrekar also was congratulated Team India for their recent success.
"Closely panic to the end and the team with the highest temperament came. Dhoni Well done! India Well done!" He wrote on his Twitter page.
Former India wicket-keeper Kiran More said team India played like champions England.
"One of the best I've seen Indian cricket. Played and you showed why they are number D is a great sign for Indian cricket as the champion" a., He said.
"Everybody played well enough cricket. Actual young, but experienced." Re-dominated world cricket now.
"Has hats off to Dhoni and the support staff. They treated very well to the pressure. Praise for Dhoni and the way he showed his character under pressure and agitation by Indian cricket. Undoubtedly one of the greatest leaders of India," said In addition, a former voters.
The former director and a member of the team that the 1983 World Championship, Madan Lal said that India were the deserved winners of the Champions Trophy.
"This is a big win in the sewing conditions. Never seen round balls England. In all respects, the Indian players the increased demands of the game very well. Though rain interruptions, demonstrated their skills in each every game," he said.
"It was a well-balanced all-round display of Jadeja came hand in this tournament. Shikhar (Dhawan) and Dinesh Karthik played with confidence."
Former India opens WV Raman said the trophy came at the right time for Indian cricket that has fallen on hard times lately, after the fixation point 6 IPL scandal.
"This is a great victory. The timing could not be better, and before his departure to London many underhanded things that players in India under the cloud of doubt put" Raman said.
"The players were clearly under enormous pressure. This is the best way to win the trust of millions of fans to regain."
Former India fast bowler TA Sekar Kelly said it was a great victory for the Indian cricket.
Former ICC president Sharad Pawar and BCCI also congratulated Team India for the victory.
"Congratulations to the Indian cricket team for winning the ICC Champions Trophy" tweeted Pawar.
Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi called "incredible victory"
"A nice way to an exciting day of rain. Congratulations to the Indian team played. Wonderful?" Wrote the twitter account.
