ICC Champions Trophy 2025: IND vs. NZ: India and New Zealand Set for a Thrilling Showdown in Dubai

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: IND vs. NZ: The Champions Trophy final will be played between India and New Zealand on Sunday. India has reached the final without losing a match, while New Zealand had to face defeat at the hands of India in the group stage. This match will be no less than a blockbuster film for cricket fans. Both teams have reached here on the strength of their spin bowling, but it will be interesting to see who will win.

Spinners have played key role in India's success

Spinners have played an important role in India's success. Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy troubled the batsmen a lot with their spin. On the other hand, Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja also did a great job of taking wickets as well as stopping runs. India's spinners have taken 21 wickets in the tournament so far, which is more than other World Cup winning teams.

New Zealand's spinners are also not behind. Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell have performed brilliantly for the team on many occasions and have taken 17 wickets so far. It will be interesting to see which team's spin bowlers make more impact.

Team India has better understanding of Dubai pitches

The pitches in Dubai are getting slow and India has played here throughout the tournament, which has given Team India a good understanding of the pitch. On the other hand, New Zealand had to travel after the semi-finals, which may affect their preparations. However, in the last eight ICC tournaments, New Zealand has defeated India four times, which shows that they are ready to challenge in any situation.

Eyes on Williamson and Shubman Gill

Kane Williamson will play the 5th ICC final of his career. He is in great form at the moment and his captaincy will be very important for the team. On the other hand, Gill will have a great opportunity to prove himself in this final.

Coincidentally, 25 years ago also New Zealand won their first ICC title by defeating India. Although after that they never reached the final of the Champions Trophy again, but they won their second ICC title by defeating India in the WTC final.