India vs New Zealand Prediction: Who’ll win today’s IND vs NZ match in Dubai? AI, fantasy team and more

Both India and New Zealand are on five-match winning streaks. They have already qualified for the semifinals at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 

Sounak Mukhopadhyay
Updated2 Mar 2025, 10:04 AM IST
India vs New Zealand Prediction: Who’ll win today’s IND vs NZ match in Dubai? AI, fantasy team and more
India vs New Zealand Prediction: Who’ll win today’s IND vs NZ match in Dubai? AI, fantasy team and more(X/ICC)

India and New Zealand will clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 today (March 2). Both teams have already qualified for the semifinals. The match will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the UAE and start at 2:30 PM (India time).

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IND vs NZ: Head-to-Head

India and New Zealand have played 118 ODI cricket matches so far. India have won 60 of those ODIs while the Black Caps won 50. Seven matches did not produce any results while one match ended in a tie. Both India and New Zealand are on a winning streak as they have won their last 5 matches.

These two teams clashed last time in the 2023 Cricket World Cup semifinal. India won that match by 70 runs.

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IND vs NZ: AI Prediction

Let’s see what AI is predicting about today’s India vs New Zealand match at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

ChatGPT says, “India have the stronger squad on paper, with their batting lineup firing consistently and their bowlers adapting well to conditions. However, New Zealand have a history of pulling off surprises in ICC tournaments. If the pitch slows down, India’s spinners could play a crucial role. Given the current form and squad balance, India are the slight favourite to win this contest.”

Google Gemini predicts, “India will win if their top order fires and the bowlers maintain discipline. New Zealand will win, if they restrict India's batting and their bowlers exploit any weaknesses. A nail-biting finish is also a strong possibility.”

Grok predicts, “India is likely to win a tight contest, leveraging their form, familiarity with Dubai, and bowling variety. However, if New Zealand bat first and post a big total, their spinners could turn it in their favor. Expect a competitive match!”

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IND vs NZ: Fantasy team

Batters: Shubman Gill, Kane Williamson, Virat Kohli, Daryl Mitchell

All-rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Rachin Ravindra, Hardik Pandya

Bowlers: Mitchell Santner (C), Arshdeep Singh, Matt Henry

Wicketkeeper: Rishabh Pant (VC)

IND vs NZ: Who’ll win?

According to One Cricket, India are the favourites. CricTracker predicts that the team bowling first will win the match. Google Match Prediction says the Men in Blue have a 67% chance of winning. We, however, believe the Kiwis will win the match.

Stay updated with all the action from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Check the Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule, track the latest Champions Trophy Points Table, and follow the top performers with the most runs leaderboard and most wickets tally.

 

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First Published:2 Mar 2025, 10:02 AM IST