The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will see India and New Zealand on March 2 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams were on a high streak, with India coming on top against Bangladesh and Pakistan and New Zealand defeating Pakistan and Bangladesh. Historically, New Zealand has had the upper hand when it comes to ICC tournaments, but India is back in version, suggesting a thrilling on-pitch struggle.¹
According to Dream11 predictions, players to watch will be Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli for India, while Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, and Kane Williamson will raise the Kiwi flag.² The pitch is expected to be slow, favoring the spinners and turning tough for batsmen to play their strokes. This match promises to bring in some exciting moments as both teams eye to keep their winning momentum.
IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction
| Match | India vs New Zealand ICC Champions Trophy 2025 |
| IND vs NZ Match Date | Sunday, March 02, 2025 |
| IND vs NZ Match Time | 02:30 PM IST |
| IND vs NZ Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
Head-To-Head Record
Matches Played: 118
Won by IND: 60
Won by NZ:50
NR: 07
TIE: 01
Pitch Report
Dubai International Cricket Stadium’s pitch has been praised for its early movement and bounce, aiding bowlers, particularly fast bowlers. As matches progress, the surface settles, making batting easier, and spinners benefit from dry conditions. Fresh pitches have been prepared for the upcoming India vs. New Zealand match on March 2, 2025.
India vs New Zealand: Predicted Playing XI
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami.
New Zealand: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, William O’Rourke.
India vs New Zealand: Fantasy Teams Selection
IND vs NZ Small League:
1. Rohit Sharma (c)
2. Shubman Gill
3. Virat Kohli
4. Kane Williamson
5. Shreyas Iyer
6. KL Rahul (wk)
7. Hardik Pandya
8. Ravindra Jadeja
9. Mitchell Santner
10. Mohammed Shami
11. Kyle Jamieson
IND vs NZ Big League:
1. Devon Conway
2. Will Young
3. Rachin Ravindra
4. Virat Kohli
5. Shreyas Iyer
6. Tom Latham (wk)
7. Glenn Phillips
8. Axar Patel
9. Kuldeep Yadav
10. Matt Henry
11. Harshit Rana
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