IND vs NZ: Top 3 batters to watch out for in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy finals

Here are the top three batters to watch out for in the final match of Champions Trophy 2025 between India and New Zealand on Sunday in Dubai.

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Arunima Purohit
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Virat Kohli and Rachin Ravindra

Virat Kohli and Rachin Ravindra (Photograph: X)

New Zealand will play against India in the upcoming finals of the Champions Trophy 2025 on March 9, in Dubai. After a brilliant one month, the tournament will finally come to an end. India, who haven't lost a single game in the tournament will clash against New Zealand, who lost their only game against India. The game will be played at the Dubai International Stadium, whose pitch supports the spinners more, and the Men in Blue have some brilliant spinners in their team. But, the batters' contribution will also be very valuable in the game. 

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Here are the three batters to watch out for India vs New Zealand clash:

1. Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli Champions Trophy
Virat Kohli Photograph: (X)

The first player will be Virat Kohli because he is the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament, and the finals are where he plays the best. Kohli is in red-hot form, and he will look to smash the bowlers in the upcoming game. He is one of the best batters on the side, and having him around motivates the team to do well in the game. The batting lineup will somehow depend on Kohli, as he can anchor the innings really well. 

2. Rachin Ravindra

Rachin Ravindra
Rachin Ravindra Photograph: (X)

Rachin Ravindra, the centurion of the semi-finals, is a terrific batter, especially in the ICC events. He has been phenomenal with the bat and is a responsible top-order batter. Having him around has been a boon to the New Zealand team, and they would like to use him well in the finals as well. Ravindra has the power to trouble the bowlers in the powerplays which is why he is so trustworthy. 

3. Shreyas Iyer

Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer Photograph: (X)

India's one of the best batters of the current times, Shreyas Iyer, has been in terrific form in the ongoing tournament. The middle-order batter will have a lot of work to do in the finals, as India will require his help in the middle overs. Iyer doesn't throw away his wickets, which is why the team will be able to trust him. 

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