The highly anticipated final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to take place on Sunday, March 9, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India and New Zealand, two of the most consistent teams in ICC events, will battle for the prestigious title.
Match Details
- Fixture: India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025 Final
- Date & Time: Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2:30 PM IST (11:30 AM local time)
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Team Overviews
India
Led by Rohit Sharma, India has been the dominant team of the tournament, winning all their matches. Their journey included a comprehensive semi-final win over Australia. The batting lineup is in strong form, with Virat Kohli delivering match-winning performances. Their bowling attack, especially the spinners, has played a crucial role in their success.
New Zealand
Under Kane Williamson’s captaincy, New Zealand has displayed resilience and tactical brilliance. They secured their spot in the final with a commanding 50-run victory against South Africa. Their ability to perform under pressure in ICC tournaments makes them a formidable opponent.
Key Players to Watch
India
- Virat Kohli – India’s backbone in the batting order, known for delivering under pressure.
- Kuldeep Yadav – His spin bowling has been lethal on slow UAE pitches.
New Zealand
- Kane Williamson – The experienced captain and dependable batter.
- Matt Henry – The tournament’s top wicket-taker, capable of breaking key partnerships.
Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
- Total Matches: 119
- India Wins: 61
- New Zealand Wins: 50
- Tied: 1
- No Result: 7
India holds a slight advantage in head-to-head encounters, but New Zealand has a history of rising to the occasion in ICC events.
Probable Playing XIs
India:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Mohammed Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakravarthy
New Zealand:
- Rachin Ravindra
- Will Young
- Kane Williamson (c)
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham (wk)
- Glenn Phillips
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner
- Kyle Jamieson
- Will O’Rourke
- Matt Henry
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
Pitch & Conditions
The Dubai pitch is expected to be slightly slow, favoring spinners as the game progresses. Batting under lights might be tricky, making toss an important factor. Teams will likely prefer batting first and setting a competitive total. A score between 270-280 could be challenging to chase.
Match Prediction
India enters the final as slight favorites due to their consistent performances and deep squad. However, New Zealand’s ability to thrive in ICC knockouts makes them a dangerous opponent. The match is expected to be closely contested, with the team handling pressure better likely to lift the trophy.
This final promises to be a thrilling battle between two cricketing powerhouses, with millions of fans eagerly awaiting the outcome.
