India vs New Zealand LIVE Scores, Prediction, Match points, Champions Trophy 2025.

The India vs. New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai is a crucial encounter, despite both teams having secured semi-final spots. This match determines the top seed in Group A, impacting their semi-final opponent. The rivalry between these teams adds intensity, with India’s strong batting and New Zealand’s consistent performance promising a tight contest. Tactical decisions, including potential player rotation, could influence the outcome. 

• If India wins: It will secure the top spot in Group A and play against Australia in the semi-finals.
• If New Zealand wins: New Zealand will secure the top spot in Group A and play against Australia in the semi-finals.
• If India loses: India will finish second in Group A and will play against South Africa in the semi-finals.
• If New Zealand loses: New Zealand will finish second in Group A and play against South Africa in the semi-finals.

Probable Playing 11:

India : 

• Rohit Sharma (c),
• Shubman Gill
• Virat Kohli
• Shreyas Iyer
• Axar Patel
• KL Rahul (wk)
• Hardik Pandya
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Harshit Rana
• Arshdeep Singh
• Kuldeep Yadav

 New Zealand :

• Will Young
• Devon Conway
• Kane Williamson
• Rachin Ravindra
• Tom Latham (wk)
• Glenn Phillips
• Michael Bracewell
• Mitchell Santner (C)
• Matt Henry
• Kyle Jamieson
• William O’Rourke

Head-to-Head:

• India and New Zealand have met once.
• New Zealand won that match (2000 final).

Pitch Conditions:

• Dubai’s pitch offers a balanced contest, favoring both batting and spin.
• Expect variable bounce and a slowing pitch later on. Spinners will be key, and chasing is favored. A score above 260 is considered competitive.

Weather Forecast:

Dubai’s weather for the match is expected to be clear and sunny, with comfortable temperatures in the 20s°C. A light breeze is forecast, and there’s virtually no chance of rain, promising ideal cricketing conditions.

Strengths and Weaknesses:

       India :

• Strengths: Strong batting, spin depth, ICC experience.
• Weaknesses: Top-order collapses, key player dependence, pace consistency.

       New Zealand :

• Strengths: Resilient, versatile all-rounders, effective pace.
• Weaknesses: Batting inconsistency, spin limitations, pressure in big matches.

Score Prediction:

• Score: 260-285 runs likely.
• Edge: Slight advantage to India.
• Match: Expect a close contest.

Key Considerations :

Key considerations for the India vs. New Zealand match include the balanced Dubai pitch, potential team rotations, and the impact of spin. Batting resilience and the chasing advantage will be crucial, alongside mental fortitude in a high-pressure game. Historical context and favourable weather also play a role.