Champions Trophy - Versatile NZ dream big in familiar conditions in Pakistan

New Zealand Aims for Glory in Pakistan New Zealand is ready for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The team hopes to win in familiar conditions in Pakistan. In the last ICC event, the 2024 T20 World Cup, New Zealand struggled in the Caribbean. But now, their strong ODI squad is ready to shine.

  • New Zealand has played 11 ODIs in Pakistan since 2019, more than any other visiting team.
  • They have batting depth up to No. 8 and multiple bowling options.
  • Injuries to key fast bowlers may be a challenge.

Strong Batting and All-Rounders Give New Zealand an Edge

New Zealand’s batting line-up is deep. Players like Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, and Rachin Ravindra bring strength to the top order. Mitchell Santner, the captain, adds balance to the lower order.

  • Daryl Mitchell and Rachin Ravindra are key against spin.
  • The team has powerful all-rounders like Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell.
  • Spin bowling is strong, but there is no specialist wrist-spinner.

Fast Bowling Worries for New Zealand

While the spin attack is reliable, the seam attack has concerns. Lockie Ferguson and Ben Sears are out due to injuries.

  • Will O’Rourke is a promising pacer but lacks ICC experience.
  • Matt Henry will have to lead the fast-bowling attack.
  • The absence of experienced pacers may affect their strategy.

New Zealand’s Journey in the Champions Trophy 2025

New Zealand starts their campaign on February 19 against Pakistan in Karachi.

  • They play Bangladesh on February 24 in Rawalpindi.
  • Their final group match is against India on March 2 in Dubai.
  • They will aim to repeat their success from the Pakistan tri-series victory.

Daryl Mitchell – The Player to Watch Daryl Mitchell represents the Kiwi fighting spirit. He has performed well in past ICC tournaments.

  • Key performances in 2021 and 2023 World Cups.
  • A strong player against spin with sweeps and power hitting.
  • Can change the game in crucial moments.

New Zealand’s Historic Champions Trophy Journey

New Zealand has had success in ICC events before.

  • They won their first world title in 2000 in Nairobi.
  • In 2009, they reached the final but lost to Australia.
  • They now aim to end their trophy drought in 2025.

New Zealand’s ODI Performance Since 2023

New Zealand has played well in ODIs after the 2023 World Cup.

  • They have the best run rate between overs 10 and 40.
  • They are the only team with a run rate over 6.26 in this phase.
  • They won two of three ODI series before the Champions Trophy.

New Zealand’s Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Playing XI:

  1. Devon Conway
  2. Rachin Ravindra
  3. Kane Williamson
  4. Tom Latham (wk)
  5. Daryl Mitchell
  6. Glenn Phillips
  7. Michael Bracewell
  8. Mitchell Santner (capt)
  9. Matt Henry
  10. Kyle Jamieson
  11. Will O’Rourke

Reserves:

  • Will Young
  • Mark Chapman
  • Nathan Smith
  • Jacob Duffy

Can New Zealand Win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

New Zealand has the talent to win the title. Their experience in Pakistan gives them an advantage.

  • Strong all-rounders bring balance.
  • Experienced batters can handle spin well.
  • Bowling attack must step up without key pacers.

If New Zealand plays to their potential, they can lift the trophy in 2025!

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