In the final group stage of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India will face off against New Zealand. The match is set to take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, March 2. With both teams already securing their spots in the semifinals, this game provides an opportunity to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the knockout stages. India and New Zealand have been standout performers in the tournament so far, winning their first two matches with ease and aiming to maintain their winning momentum.
As this highly anticipated clash between two in-form teams approaches, let’s take a look at the weather and pitch conditions for the India vs New Zealand encounter.
India vs New Zealand: Weather and Pitch Report for Dubai ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Match 12
India vs New Zealand: Weather Report in Dubai
The weather forecast predicts clear skies in Dubai on match day, with no likelihood of interruptions. Temperatures are expected to hover around the low 20s (°C) during the game.
India vs New Zealand: Pitch Report
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Statistics:
| Total Matches Played | 60 |
| Matches Won by Home Team | 6 (10.00%) |
| Matches Won by Visiting Team | 8 (13.33%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Team | 44 (73.33%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 22 (36.67%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 36 (60.00%) |
| Matches Won by Team Setting Target | 28 (46.67%) |
| Matches Won by Team Chasing | 30 (50.00%) |
| Matches Tied | 1 (1.67%) |
| No Result Matches | 1 (1.67%) |
| Highest Team Total | 355/5 (England) |
| Lowest Team Total | 91 (Namibia) |
| Highest Run Chase | 287/8 (Sri Lanka) |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 27.45 |
| Average Runs per Over | 4.63 |
| Average First Innings Score | 219 |
The match will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, known for its slow and challenging pitch. Batsmen are likely to find it difficult to score freely, as seen in the previous games of the tournament. For instance, Bangladesh managed only 228 runs against India, while Pakistan scored 241 runs. A high-scoring game is unlikely in this upcoming match.
The average first innings score at this venue is 219 runs, and anything above 250 would be considered a strong total. Given the trend, both teams may prefer chasing, as the majority of matches at this venue have been won by the team batting second.
Conclusion
With no rain forecast, fans can expect a full-length, uninterrupted match between India and New Zealand. Both teams are in top form, making this India vs New Zealand clash a highly anticipated and thrilling encounter.
