The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand will be held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The title clash is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM IST. Team India has showcased an outstanding performance in Dubai, securing four consecutive wins to reach the final. Meanwhile, New Zealand faced a defeat against India during the league stage at this venue. Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India will aim to end their 12-year-long wait for the Champions Trophy title by defeating the Kiwis. Let’s take a look at the pitch report for the highly anticipated final match.
Pitch Report for India vs New Zealand Final
Dubai’s pitch is known to favor spinners. In this tournament, India has played four matches at this venue, and spinners have played a crucial role in their success. India has even experimented with a four-spinner attack in their last two matches, which has worked effectively. ‘Mystery spinner’ Varun Chakravarthy has been a standout performer, claiming seven wickets in just two games. Spinners are expected to get significant assistance from the surface in the final as well.
However, pacers cannot be ruled out entirely. India’s Mohammed Shami and New Zealand’s Matt Henry have already made an impact at this venue. Chasing a score above 270 could be challenging here, as Dubai is known for being a tricky ground for run chases. Given these conditions, the team winning the toss might opt to field first.
Will the Final Be Played on the Same Pitch?
Reports suggest that the pitch selection for the final has been finalized. It is expected to be played on a ‘semi-fresh’ pitch, which was previously used for the India vs Pakistan group-stage match. If this report holds true, the Indian team will step onto the field with high confidence.
During the India vs Pakistan clash, the pitch provided assistance to both spinners and pacers. Kuldeep Yadav took three wickets, while all-rounder Hardik Pandya picked up two. India had restricted Pakistan to a total of 241 and then chased it down comfortably, winning by six wickets. If the same pitch is used for the final, India will have an advantage, given their experience and success on this surface.
