India vs. New Zealand match
The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team will look to maintain their unbeaten run when they square off against dangerous New Zealand in their final Group A match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 2. Are you ready to feel the heat of the India vs. New Zealand match? Here we discuss the stats of both teams and players.
Notably, New Zealand as well as India have already qualified from Group A for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals with two wins in two matches.
The Men in Blue will head into the fixture brimming with confidence after they defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by six wickets in their previous game in Dubai.
India vs. New Zealand match: Preview
India has so far gone through the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, showcasing dominant performances in their initial two matches. They have played against the host nation Pakistan and Bangladesh and trashed both of them one-sided. Notably, Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya’s bowling prowess dismantled Pakistan, restricting them to 241. Virat Kohli’s carefully crafted century, supported by Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill’s solid contributions, ensured a comfortable win for the Indian team.
Moreover, their campaign began with a decisive six-wicket win against Bangladesh, thanks to a brilliant century by Gill. Notably, the vice captain Shubman Gill has been a standout performer, leading India’s batting charts with 147 runs, followed closely by Kohli’s 122.
Additionally, Mohammad Shami and Harshit Rana lead the bowling attack, claiming five and four wickets respectively in total.
Meanwhile, New Zealand secured their semi-final berth with a five-wicket win over Bangladesh. Michael Bracewell’s four-wicket haul and Rachin Ravindra’s century were pivotal in their victory. They previously defeated Pakistan, establishing themselves as a formidable team.
The upcoming clash between India and New Zealand will determine the top spot in Group A. Regardless of the result, India will play their semi-final in Dubai on March 4, while New Zealand will compete in Lahore on March 5. The tournament is building towards an exciting conclusion, with both teams displaying exceptional form and setting the stage for thrilling semi-final encounters.
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India vs. New Zealand match: Full Squads
India Squad for Champions Trophy: Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar.
New Zealand Squad for Champions Trophy: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner(c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, William ORourke, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Mark Chapman, Rachin Ravindra
India Vs New Zealand: Head-to-Head
India and New Zealand have a long ODI history, playing 118 times. Notably, India has won more, 60 games to New Zealand’s 50. However, they’ve only met once in the Champions Trophy, where New Zealand won.
Moreover, recently, India’s been on a roll, winning the last 5 straight ODIs against New Zealand. This gives India a big confidence boost. Their current team is strong and is led by Rohit Sharma.
Even with India’s recent dominance, New Zealand is a tough opponent. They can surprise anyone, anytime. This upcoming match is expected to be very close. Both teams are determined to win and prove they’re the best. It’s a high-stakes game where anything can happen.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where will the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy match between India and New Zealand take place?
The India Vs New Zealand, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match take place in Dubai at Sunday, 2-March-2025, starting at 2:20pm.
Where can you watch the India vs. New Zealand ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match?
The India Vs New Zealand, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match will be telecast on the Star Sports 2 and Sports 18 1 TV channels in India. It will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app and website in India.