Dubai weather forecast, pitch report

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India is expected to be the slight favorite in the upcoming competition. The Indian team has performed exceptionally well while chasing targets at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

New Delhi: The highly anticipated final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is approaching, featuring India and New Zealand in Dubai on Saturday. India has maintained an unbeaten record throughout the tournament, including a victory over New Zealand during the group stage.

As the finals approach, India is optimistic for a favorable result, although they face a challenging task due to New Zealand’s impressive performance throughout the tournament. The only setback for New Zealand occurred against India, as they have otherwise consistently dominated their matches regardless of the opponent.

India vs New Zealand, ICC Champions Trophy final: Dubai weather forecast

The weather in Dubai on Sunday is perfect for cricket, as there are no indications of rain. It is expected to be a warm day, with temperatures ranging from 30 to 33 degrees Celsius. While there may be some dew in the evening, its potential impact is likely to be minimal.

Pitch report for India vs New Zealand ICC Champions Trophy final

The playing surface in Dubai has been relatively slow, leading to matches with low scores throughout the tournament. The final will take place on the same pitch that hosted the India vs Pakistan match in the group stage. The conditions are expected to favor spin bowlers, while fast bowlers may also influence the game with their diverse techniques.

India vs New Zealand, Head-to-Head record in ODIs

In their head-to-head history, the two teams have played 119 One Day Internationals (ODIs), with India winning 61 matches and New Zealand winning 50. Additionally, one match ended in a tie, and seven matches did not yield a result.

In ICC events, the score between the two teams stands at six-all after 12 matches. New Zealand, however, holds a 3-1 advantage in ICC knockout matches against India, having won in the Champions Trophy final in 2000, the 2019 World Cup semi-final, and the WTC final in 2023. India’s sole victory occurred in the 2023 World Cup semi-final.