Mitchell Santner (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner had no hesitation in acknowledging that his team was outplayed by a “better” Indian side in the Champions Trophy final on Sunday. Chasing a target of 252, India secured victory with six balls to spare, thanks to Rohit Sharma‘s fluent 76 and stellar bowling…
New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner said that the team was looking to win the Champions Trophy final against India for the injured Matt Henry. The pacer missed the summit clash due to an injury and was left in tears ahead of the game on Sunday. “Yeah, I guess he was leading the wickets and I…
TOI looks at the possible matchups that could determine the outcome of this high-stakes game…Rachin Ravindra vs India’s spin quartetRachin Ravindra has been a revelation for New Zealand. His century in the semifinal against South Africa underscored his ability to anchor an innings as well as accelerate when needed. Ravindra’s approach to counter India’s spinning…
DUBAI: Having stung by him once at this very venue, New Zealand are clearly wary of the threat that ‘mystery spinner’ Varun Chakaravarthy poses in the final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy against India at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.Last Sunday, Varun took five for 42 in eight overs to skittle the Black…
The Indian Cricket team is on the cusp of history as they’re just one step away from becoming the most successful team in the ICC Champions Trophy by winning three titles. Standing in the way of India’s another ICC triumph are their fiercest rivals, New Zealand. India captain Rohit Sharma has already etched his name…
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is banking on his team’s form ahead of the Champions Trophy final against India. New Zealand have travelled from Lahore to Dubai on Thursday, March 6, three days ahead of the summit clash. Speaking to the media after touchdown, Santner said that the team was in a good place after…
Mitchel Santner. (AP Photo) New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has discussed their preparation for the Champions Trophy final against India at the DICS in Dubai on March 9.The New Zealand team landed in Dubai on Thursday evening for the ICC showpiece’s title clash.“They’ve played all their games here in Dubai and know that surface. Obviously,…
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner spoke about the toss factor ahead of the all-important final against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The Kiwis qualified for the summit clash as they beat South Africa by 50 runs in the second semi-final of the tournament on Wednesday, March 5 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Courtesy of…
(Photo Courtesy: BLACKCAPS X handle) Glenn Phillips‘ outstanding century and Mitchell Santner‘s three-wicket haul led New Zealand to a commanding 78-run victory over Pakistan in the tri-nations series opener in Lahore on Saturday.Phillips smashed an unbeaten 106 off 74 balls, featuring seven sixes and six boundaries, propelling New Zealand to 330-6 in their 50 overs….