India and New Zealand are set to face each other in their final Group A match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Both teams have secured their spots in the semifinals, making this encounter crucial for determining the group leader.
Match Details:
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Date & Time: Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 2:30 PM IST (10:00 AM GMT)
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Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
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Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
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Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Team Squads:
India:
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Rohit Sharma (c)
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Shubman Gill
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Virat Kohli
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Shreyas Iyer
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KL Rahul (wk)
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Hardik Pandya
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Axar Patel
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Ravindra Jadeja
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Harshit Rana
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Arshdeep Singh
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Varun Chakaravarthy
New Zealand:
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Will Young
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Devon Conway
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Kane Williamson
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Rachin Ravindra
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Tom Latham (wk)
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Glenn Phillips
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Michael Bracewell
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Mitchell Santner (c)
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Matt Henry
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Kyle Jamieson
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William O’Rourke
Pitch and Weather Report:
The Dubai pitch has been conducive to spin, with spinners maintaining an average of 37.07 and an economy rate of 4.36. The surface tends to be slow, and the expansive outfield further aids the slower bowlers. Teams batting first have found success here, as the pitch can deteriorate, making chasing challenging. The weather is expected to be clear and pleasant, with temperatures peaking at 24°C.
Head-to-Head and Recent Form:
Historically, India and New Zealand have faced each other 118 times in ODIs, with India winning 60 matches and New Zealand 50. The last five encounters have been dominated by India, securing all five victories.
Key Insights:
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Virat Kohli’s Milestone: This match marks Virat Kohli’s 300th ODI appearance, a testament to his enduring contribution to Indian cricket.
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Adaptability of New Zealand: Despite playing at multiple venues, New Zealand has showcased adaptability. Batter Glenn Phillips emphasized the team’s readiness to tackle the challenges posed by the Dubai conditions, highlighting their “no excuses mindset.”
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Spin Factor: Both teams boast strong spin departments. The effectiveness of spinners on the slow Dubai track could be a decisive factor in the match’s outcome.
As both teams aim to carry momentum into the semifinals, this match promises a competitive display of cricketing skills. The Semifinal spots will be cleared after this match. What do you think which team will play semifinal with Australia and with South Africa. Also give your prediction of the grand Final of CT 2025.