Champions Trophy 2025 Final: All You Need To Know
India and New Zealand are set to face off in the ICC Champions Trophy final on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India enters the match as the only unbeaten team in the tournament, having secured a decisive victory over Australia in the semi-finals. New Zealand, on the other hand, showcased their resilience with a commanding win over South Africa to reach the final. Here’s all you need to know about the mega final
Venue and Conditions:
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is known for its spin-friendly pitch, which could play a significant role in the final. Weather forecasts predict clear skies with temperatures ranging between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius, ensuring ideal conditions for cricket.
Reserve Day:
In case of any interruptions due to unforeseen circumstances, a reserve day has been allocated for the final. If the match cannot be completed on March 9, it will resume on March 10 from where it left off.
Squads:
India: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Rishabh Pant (WK), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Varun Chakaravarthy
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young, Jacob Duffy
Prize Money:
The total prize pool for the tournament is $6.9 million (approximately ₹60 crore). The champions will receive $2.24 million (approximately ₹19.50 crore), while the runners-up will be awarded $1.12 million (approximately ₹9.70 crore).
Broadcast and Live Streaming:
Fans in India can watch the final live on the Star Sports Network at 2.30 pm IST. For online streaming, the match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website at 2.30 pm IST.
Head-to-Head Record:
Historically, India and New Zealand have faced each other in 119 ODIs. India has secured 61 victories, while New Zealand has won 50 matches.
This final promises an exciting contest as both teams aim to clinch the prestigious Champions Trophy title.
