Match Details
- Match: India vs New Zealand, Match 12, ICC Champions Trophy 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Date & Time: Sunday, March 2, 2025, 2:30 PM (IST)
- Live Broadcast: Sports18 / Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioCinema (app & website)
Team Overviews
India
India have been in exceptional form in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, winning both their league matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan. Led by Shubman Gill, the Indian side looks well-balanced with a strong batting order and a lethal spin attack. A win here will ensure they finish as table-toppers, heading into the semi-finals with momentum.
Key Strengths
- Strong batting lineup with experienced players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer
- A well-balanced all-round department featuring Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel
- A spin-heavy bowling attack suited for Dubai’s conditions
New Zealand
New Zealand have also been impressive in the tournament, securing dominant wins over both Pakistan and Bangladesh. Mitchell Santner, leading the side, has utilized his bowling resources effectively, while their top order has been clinical. A win against India will give the Kiwis a psychological edge heading into the semi-finals.
Key Strengths
- A well-settled batting lineup with Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, and Rachin Ravindra
- A lethal pace attack featuring Matt Henry, William O’Rourke, and Kyle Jamieson
- Spin options with Santner and Bracewell to exploit the Dubai conditions
Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
- Total Matches Played: 118
- India Won: 60
- New Zealand Won: 50
- Tied: 1
- No Result: 7
- First-ever Meeting: June 14, 1975
- Most Recent Meeting: November 15, 2023
Probable Playing XIs
India (Confirmed Squad & Captains for the Tournament)
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Rishabh Pant
- Hardik Pandya
- Axar Patel
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Washington Sundar
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Arshdeep Singh
New Zealand (Confirmed Squad & Captains for the Tournament)
- Will Young
- Devon Conway
- Kane Williamson
- Rachin Ravindra
- Tom Latham (wk)
- Glenn Phillips
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Matt Henry
- William O’Rourke
- Kyle Jamieson
Pitch Report
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium offers a balanced wicket but slightly favors spinners as the match progresses.
- The pitch is expected to be slow, making stroke-making difficult
- Teams batting first should aim for 250+ to stay competitive
- Chasing under lights might be tricky due to spin and slow bounce
- The team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first
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Live Streaming
India:
- TV Channel: Sony Pictures Network (Specific channel to be announced)
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Pakistan:
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- TV Channel: Asports
- Live Streaming: Tamasha App, Tapmad
Key Players to Watch Out For
India
- Shubman Gill – In great form, with a century vs Bangladesh and a crucial 46 vs Pakistan
- Virat Kohli – A big-match player with a solid record against New Zealand
- Kuldeep Yadav – India’s main wicket-taking spinner, expected to be effective on Dubai’s surface
New Zealand
- Kane Williamson – A consistent performer against India, crucial for New Zealand’s middle order
- William O’Rourke – Impressive in the tournament, with a three-wicket haul against Pakistan
- Mitchell Santner – New Zealand’s captain and key all-rounder, dangerous with the ball
Probable Match Scenarios & Predictions
Scenario 1: India win the toss and bowl first
- Powerplay Score (New Zealand): 40-45
- New Zealand’s Total: 250-255
- India chase it down and win the match
Scenario 2: New Zealand win the toss and bowl first
- Powerplay Score (India): 50-55
- India’s Total: 260-265
- New Zealand chase successfully and win the match
Match Prediction
- Team bowling first has the advantage due to the slow nature of the pitch
- India slightly ahead due to their strong spin attack and batting depth
- If Williamson and Conway settle in, New Zealand can challenge India’s bowlers
Final Prediction: The team bowling first will likely win the match
