IND vs NZ Final: Finally, the venue for holding the great contest between Team India and New Zealand is to emerge as the next ICC Champions Trophy Finals at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, the Men in Blue are determined to clinch their third Champions Trophy title, while New Zealand aims to reclaim glory for the second time.
The Indian team has confidence, as there have not been any losses in this tournament, and having beaten New Zealand recently in the group stage. The day brings out five Indian cricketers to create a “Tufan” for the country.
Shubman Gill: The Explosive Opener
The revelation of the Champions Trophy 2025 has been the vice captain of the Indian team, Shubman Gill. The aggressive Gill has provided high-pressure starts to opposition bowlers from the very first over. Out of the 157 runs in 4 matches with an impressive average of 52.33, that includes a scintillating century, has undoubtedly proven to be a part of India. It becomes even evident with his score of 101 runs, not out, earlier in the tournament, that he definitely can provide and sustain such high stroke rates over longer periods. Gill’s presence at the top with Rohit Sharma is going to make sure that a very good foundation is laid out for India during the final.
Virat Kohli: The Run-Machine
Virat Kohli has become the quintessential clutch player for India. The former captain has had phenomenal tournament-long runs going with 217 scored in 4 matches at a jaw-dropping average of 72.33. He was the one who beheaded Pakistan, made the contest a polar affair in an extremely one-sided way; earlier he’s also reached his 84 runs in the semi-final against Australia, which had been a definite blueprint for chasing under pressure. With his major ability to thrash bowlers and knack for holding his form on critical stages, he will turn out to be a complete game-changer for India in the title run.
Hardik Pandya: SIX Hitter
Hardik Pandya does it all over again for the Indian team, reiterating his claim to be the X-factor in the side. His fast-bowling all-round capabilities are such that Pandya balances the Indian eleven by contributing with bat and ball. He has scored 81 runs in 3 innings, with a best of 45 runs, in the Champions Trophy 2025, and has also taken 4 wickets. The difference between his ability to break partnerships with ball and accelerate runs in the middle overs would make Pandya a match winner in the future. The presence of Pandya makes India deep and flexible enough for any situation in the final.
Varun Chakravarthy: A Mystery Spinner
Varun Chakravarthy’s emergence has been one of the highlights of the tournament. An unexpected entry at the Champions Trophy 2025, Varun already has 7 wickets from just 2 matches, including a five-wicket haul against New Zealand. Varun kept on giving nightmares to the batsmen with the way he bowls. New Zealand will already be wary of the threat Varun brings in the final as they were once at the receiving end of his demolishing abilities. Varun might well be the key in ripping through New Zealand’s batting order.
Mohammed Shami: The Wicket-Taking Machine
Mohammed Shami is in sensational form with the ball and has been leading the bowling attack for India through 8 wickets in 4 matches. He is an early-taker in the power-play and has regularly provided breakthroughs for India. This feat was best displayed in his 5-for against Bangladesh, which showed his skilled artistry. As highest wicket-taker for India in this tournament, Shami’s skill in dismantling the top order will be key in starving New Zealand from runs.
