IND vs NZ CT 2025 Final: Fans Perform Prayers for Team India’s Victory
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final will be played today, where India and New Zealand will face off on Sunday, March 9. The high-stakes match is set to begin at 2:30 PM IST in Dubai. Team India booked its place in the final by defeating Australia by 4 wickets in the semi-final, while New Zealand secured their spot by beating South Africa by 50 runs. Ahead of the final showdown, Indian fans have been seen performing prayers, aarti, and hymns to seek blessings for India’s victory.
India’s Group Stage Triumph Against New Zealand
Earlier in the tournament, India defeated New Zealand in the group stage, but the final is expected to be a much tougher contest. The Indian squad must maintain composure and not get emotionally carried away, especially with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing key roles. Historically, New Zealand has proven to be a formidable opponent for India in ICC tournaments, winning three out of four knockout matches between the two sides.
India’s Spin Quartet – The Game Changer
India’s biggest strength in this tournament has been its spin bowling attack, which has dominated on Dubai’s flat pitches. The team is likely to field four spinners and two pacers in the final, a combination that could trouble the Kiwi batsmen. However, New Zealand also possesses a strong spin lineup, featuring Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, Rachin Ravindra, and Glenn Phillips, making the spin battle one of the key matchups in the final.
New Zealand Eyes History After 25 Years
New Zealand’s hopes rest on star batters Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra, who have delivered match-winning performances in this tournament. Rachin has already scored two centuries, although he did not bat against India in the group stage. The Kiwi spinners, who troubled India in the Test series last year, will aim to replicate that success. New Zealand will be eyeing their first ICC ODI trophy since 2000, when they defeated India in the final of the ICC Knockout tournament in Nairobi – exactly 25 years ago.
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