Champions Trophy 2025: Match 12, IND vs NZ Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Champions Trophy match between IND vs NZ?

India are set to clash against New Zealand in their final league stage game of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 2. 

This highly anticipated clash is likely to play a vital role in deciding the standings of the teams in the point table, with the Indian side aiming to maintain their dominance. 

Team India has been in a polished form, securing credible triumphs against Bangladesh and arch-rivals Pakistan in the first two group stage matches. A win against New Zealand would not only extend their winning run but can also make sure they finish at the top of the points table.

New Zealand have been in fine form, winning both their leagues games as well with comfortable margins. They will also look to maintaining their unbeaten record in this edition and carrying momentum heading into the semi-final in Lahore.

With both teams eyeing momentum and focus heading into their last league game, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to a thrilling contest between two powerhouses of world cricket under the Dubai lights.

Also Check: Champions Trophy 2025 Stats

Match Details

Pitch Report

The Dubai International Stadium is expected to favour the spinners. The batters have to pace up the innings in the beginning as the pitch seems to be low scoring. The team winning the toss might opt to bowl first.

Head-to-Head Record

IND vs NZ Predicted Playing XIs

India:

Shubman Gill (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh.

New Zealand:

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

IND vs NZ Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill is seen to be in great touch, looking at his innings against Bangladesh and Pakistan in the first two games. The explosive opening batter smashed a solid 101* against Bangladesh and a stern 46 runs against Pakistan. Gill can play an anchor role and likely accelerate the innings at the start.

Probable Best Bowler: William O'Rourke

William O'Rourke is a player to watch out for from the New Zealand side. He bagged a crucial three wickets against Pakistan and two against Bangladesh. This right-hand pacer surely has the potential to turn the tables towards the BlackCaps.

  Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1:

• India win the toss and opt to bowl first
• PP score: 40-45
• NZ: 250-255
• India win the match

Scenario 2:

• New Zealand win the toss and opt to bowl first
• PP score: 50-55
• IND: 260-265
• New Zealand win the match

• Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision