The final Group A match of the Champions Trophy 2025 between India and New Zealand is set for March 2 at Dubai International Stadium. This match will determine the semi-final opponents for both teams. If India wins, they will top Group A and face Australia in the semi-finals. If New Zealand wins, they will strengthen their position going forward.
- India and New Zealand have already qualified for the semi-finals.
- The winner will decide the semi-final matchups.
- India has a strong head-to-head record, winning the last five matches.
- New Zealand started strong, taking early wickets.
Live Match Updates:
- 4:30 pm: Rachin Ravindra removes the well-set Axar and India are 128/4 in the 30th over. Can Shreyas Iyer guide the Men in Blue to a good total?
- 4:00 PM: Axar Patel and Shreyas Iyer build a fifty-run partnership, but New Zealand controls the game, restricting India’s run rate.
- 3:00 PM: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are out, leaving India struggling at 30/3. Advantage New Zealand!
- 2:40 PM: Matt Henry dismisses Shubman Gill early, giving New Zealand a strong start.
- 2:05 PM: India is batting first in Dubai for the first time in this tournament. The last time they batted first here, they won against Hong Kong in 2018.
- 12:30 PM: India’s initial win probability was 76%, but as the match progresses, the advantage has shifted.
India vs New Zealand: Latest Win Probability
| Team | Win Probability |
|---|---|
| India | 51% |
| New Zealand | 49% |
India vs New Zealand: Betting Odds
According to Dafabet, New Zealand is the favorite to win.
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| India | 1.81 |
| New Zealand | 2.00 |
Match Prediction:
New Zealand holds the momentum with early wickets, while India is trying to rebuild. However, India’s batting depth could be the deciding factor. If they manage a strong total, they can turn the game around.
Possible Outcomes:
- If India recovers, they can set a competitive total and put pressure on New Zealand.
- If New Zealand continues their strong bowling, they can dominate the chase.
Who Will Win?
The match is evenly balanced, with New Zealand having a slight edge. However, India’s comeback ability cannot be ignored.
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