The 12th match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, featuring India and New Zealand.
Both teams have already qualified for the semifinals, but this match will determine which team finishes as the top seed in Group A.
Here are the top three players to watch from each team:
1. Shubman Gill (India)
Gill has been in phenomenal form, showcasing his batting prowess with a match-winning 101 not out against Bangladesh and a 46 against Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
His ability to score quickly and consistently makes him a crucial player for India.
Gill recently became the fastest batter to reach 2,500 ODI runs, achieving this feat in his 50th match. He has also climbed to second place in the ICC ODI batting rankings.
2. Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand)
Rachin Ravindra recently showcased his batting prowess with a century against Bangladesh upon returning from injury.
His eagerness to contribute and maintain momentum makes him a player to watch in the upcoming clash against India.
Rachin Ravindra is known for his all-round skills, contributing with both bat and ball. His ability to adapt to different situations makes him valuable for New Zealand.
Ravindra has shown promise as a young allrounder, capable of impacting the game with his batting and bowling skills.
However, detailed statistics on his recent performances are not available in the search results.
3. Mohammed Shami (India)
With the absence of Jasprit Bumrah due to injury, Mohammed Shami has assumed the role of India’s leading pace bowler.
His impressive return to form in recent series has bolstered India’s bowling attack.
Shami’s ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs and his experience in handling high-pressure situations make him indispensable to India’s strategy against a robust New Zealand batting lineup.
