India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final Match Toss Update, Playing 11, & Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final clash. Stay updated with ScoreWaves for key match insights and expert analysis.

The cricketing world is abuzz as arch-rivals India and New Zealand face off today in a pivotal ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This encounter is not just about points; it's a matter of pride, legacy, and momentum in the tournament.

India vs New Zealand Toss and Playing XI

New Zealand captain, Mitchell Santner, won the toss and elected to bat first, aiming to set a formidable target for India. The pitch in Dubai is expected to be batting-friendly initially but may slow down as the game progresses, making spin a crucial factor in the latter stages. With temperatures soaring to 33°C, players will need to manage the heat and adapt to the changing conditions on the field. 

India's Playing XI:

• Rohit Sharma (c)
• Shubman Gill
• Virat Kohli
• Shreyas Iyer
• KL Rahul (wk)
• Hardik Pandya
• Ravindra Jadeja
• Axar Patel
• Mohammed Shami
• Kuldeep Yadav
• Varun Chakaravarty

New Zealand: Playing XI:

• Will Young
• Rachin Ravindra
• Kane Williamson
• Daryl Mitchell
• Tom Latham (wk)
• Glenn Phillips
• Michael Bracewell
• Mitchell Santner (c)
• Nathan Smith
• Kyle Jamieson
• William ORourke