The final match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to be played on March 9 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium between India and New Zealand. This won’t be the first time these two teams will face off in a Champions Trophy final. The last time they met in the final was in 2000, where India suffered a defeat against New Zealand.
Now, Rohit Sharma’s team will look to settle the 25-year-old score by winning the title in Dubai. But before this high-stakes encounter, let’s take a look at the pitch report for the final match.
Dubai Pitch Report for IND vs NZ Final
So far in Champions Trophy 2025, the Dubai pitch has proved to be a challenging surface for batters. Only India has managed to post a high total in the tournament. In the semi-final against Australia, India successfully chased down 265 runs, which remains the highest chase of the tournament.
For the final against New Zealand, India will aim to maintain their dominant form and make the most of their experience on this pitch.
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Head-to-Head Record in Dubai
India has played 10 matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, winning 9 and tying one. The team has never lost a match at this venue. On the other hand, New Zealand has played 3 matches here, losing 2, while one match had no result.
With this record, India holds a strong advantage over New Zealand at this venue.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium ODI Stats
- Highest Total: 355/5 – England vs Pakistan (2015)
- Lowest Total: 91 runs – Namibia vs UAE (2023)
- Most Runs: Richie Berrington – 424 runs
- Most Centuries: Kevin Pietersen – 2
- Most Half-Centuries: Jatinder Singh – 4
- Most Wickets: Shahid Afridi – 25 wickets
As India and New Zealand gear up for the final clash, the pitch conditions and past records suggest that India holds the upper hand at Dubai. However, New Zealand is known for its ability to rise to big occasions, making this a thrilling battle for the Champions Trophy 2025 title.
