India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2025 Final: Key Battles To Watch Out For In IND vs NZ Clash

India will take on New Zealand in the much anticipated Champions Trophy 2025 final. Both teams have some very strong players who could change the course of the game in their individual capacity.

Ahead of the big ticket clash, let's have a look at some key battles for the match.

Mohammed Shami vs Rachin Ravindra

Mohammed Shami has been pivotal to India's plans. The Indian fast bowler has already picked up eight wickets in the tournament, including a much important three wicket haul. Shami will be pitted against Rachin Ravindra who has been in red hot form. Having already hit two centuries in the Champions Trophy 2025 so far, the onus will be on the southpaw to prove his mettle once again. Shami has managed to get the better of Rachin twice so far in the ODIs and if India are to take control, Rachin cannot be given any kind of room.

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Virat Kohli vs Matt Henry

All the focus will be on Virat Kohli who has been India's flagbearer in ICC knockout matches. The former Indian captain has rediscovered his form and will seek to take on the Kiwi bowlers. Matt Henry hurt his shoulder in the last game and he is a concern ahead of the match. The Black Caps fast bowler is leading the wicket taking tally with 10 scalps and will look to take advantage early in the innings.

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Varun Chakravarthy vs Kane Williamson

Varun Chakravarathy has already been impressive in his brief ODI career with his variations. The KKR spinner ran through the New Zealand batting lineup. But Kane Williamson encountered his challenge pretty well, and has been very solid in this tournament. Varun will have a tough challenge as the former New Zealand captain does play spin pretty well.

Mitchell Santner vs Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer has played a very important role, having chipped in with valuable contributions. The India star will target the New Zealand spinners in the final but Mitchell Santner has posed some serious questions with his left arm spin. Alongside his leadership, the New Zealand captain has been very impressive with his controlled line and length and his spell will be to watch out for.