For the grand finale of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India will face off against New Zealand at the iconic Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. The match is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM IST on March 9th.
Get the best IND vs NZ Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the final match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Expert analysis and more.
IND vs NZ Match Preview:
India has dominated Group A, winning all three of its matches to secure the top spot on the points table.
New Zealand, on the other hand, finished second in the same group, winning two out of their three matches.
In the semi-finals, India defeated Australia by 4 wickets, with Virat Kohli’s 84 runs and Mohammad Shami’s 3 wickets playing pivotal roles in their victory.
Meanwhile, New Zealand triumphed over South Africa in the second semi-final by 50 runs, thanks to standout performances from Rachin Ravindra (108 runs) and Kane Williamson (102 runs).
India’s unbeaten run sets the stage for an exciting final against New Zealand, promising a thrilling encounter on Sunday.
IND vs NZ Head-to-Head Record:
| Teams | Matches Won |
| India | 61 |
| New Zealand | 50 |
IND vs NZ Weather & Pitch Report:
| Temperature | 28°C |
| Weather Forecast | Scattered Clouds |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pace and spin |
| Average 1st innings score | 236 |
Record of Chasing Teams:
| Records | Good |
| Winning % | 60% |
IND vs NZ Playing 11s (Predicted):
India Playing 11:
- Rohit Sharma©
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul(wk)
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Mohammad Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakaravarthy
New Zealand Playing 11:
- Will Young
- Kane Williamson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham(wk)
- Rachin Ravindra
- Glenn Phillips
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner©
- Matt Henry
- Kyle Jamieson
- Will O’Rourke
Hot Picks for IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
| Virat Kohli, known as the chase master, scored 84 runs in the previous match and has accumulated 217 runs in 4 matches, including a century. |
| Shubman Gill, India’s right-handed opener, scored 8 runs in his last match but has the potential to deliver big, having scored a century earlier in the tournament. |
Top Picks:
| Rachin Ravindra, New Zealand’s left-handed batsman and spinner, scored 108 runs and took one wicket in the last match. |
| Kane Williamson, New Zealand’s composed top-order batsman, scored 102 runs in the previous match. |
Budget Picks:
| Glenn Phillips, New Zealand’s dynamic middle-order batsman and part-time bowler, provides stability and versatility. |
| Ravindra Jadeja, India’s experienced all-rounder, is a reliable pick with both bat and ball. |
IND vs NZ Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
| Captain | Virat Kohli & Shubman Gill |
| Vice-Captain | Rachin Ravindra & Kane Williamson |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – KL Rahul
- Batsmen – Virat Kohli (c), Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra (vc), Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips
- Bowler – Varun Chakravarthy
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – KL Rahul
- Batsmen – Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson (vc), Rachin Ravindra, Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill (c)
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips
- Bowlers – Matt Henry, Varun Chakravarthy
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match Final ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Players to Avoid:
| Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
| Rishabh Pant | 6.0 credits | DNP |
| Mark Chapman | 6.0 credits | DNP |
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction Today Match Final ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Virat Kohli |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Shubman Gill |
| Punt Picks | Varun Chakaravarthy and Mitchell Santner |
| Dream11 Combination | 1-5-4-1 |
IND vs NZ Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team combination and India’s unbeaten streak in the tournament, India is expected to win this match and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
