New Zealand will lock horns with India on Sunday, March 2, in a highly-anticipated clash at the Dubai International Stadium. Both teams have already secured their spots in the semifinals, but this match holds significant importance for the Kiwis.

CT 2025: New Zealand's probable playing XI vs India

Currently sitting on top of Group A, a win against India will see them finish as the table-toppers. This would be giving them an edge and momentum heading into the knockouts. The Black Caps have been in red-hot form this year. They have played eight ODIs in 2024, winning seven of them.

Their only defeat came in January against Sri Lanka in a bilateral series, but they still clinched the series by 2-1. Since then, they have been unstoppable, winning all three One-Day games in the Tri-Nation Series against Pakistan and South Africa, ultimately lifting the trophy.

New Zealand carried their winning momentum into the Champions Trophy, registering a 60-run win over tournament hosts Pakistan in the opener. They followed it up with a solid five-wicket win over Bangladesh, cementing their place in the semifinals.

Unlike India, New Zealand is unlikely to rest any players for this crucial encounter. They will go in with full strength, retaining the same playing XI that defeated Bangladesh. With experienced names like Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, and Matt Henry, the Kiwis will be eager to challenge India and claim the top spot in the group standings.

New Zealand's probable XI vs India

Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, William O’Rourke

New Zealand squad

Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young.

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