Champions Trophy 2025 live streaming: Where to watch IND vs NZ final live?

A night of glory, resilience, and redemption. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India etched their name in history, securing an unprecedented third ICC Champions Trophy title with a four-wicket triumph over New Zealand in a tense final on Sunday (March 9).

 

Rohit, the architect of India’s chase, led from the front with a masterful 76 off 83 balls, setting the foundation for India’s flawless title run. Alongside him, Shreyas Iyer (48 off 62) played a crucial hand as the Men in Blue overcame moments of adversity to chase down 252 with six balls to spare.

 

Spin dominance sets up India's victory 

After losing his 12th consecutive toss, Rohit’s team was put to the test early as New Zealand opted to bat. But India’s spinners seized control, restricting the Blackcaps to 251 for 7 in 50 overs. Kuldeep Yadav (2/40) and Varun Chakaravarthy (2/45) weaved their magic, dismantling the Kiwi top order and stifling the run flow. 

 

Despite valiant efforts from Daryl Mitchell (63 off 101 balls), Michael Bracewell (53 not out off 40 balls), and Rachin Ravindra (37 off 29 balls), New Zealand struggled to accelerate. The late flourish from Bracewell pushed them past 250, but it never felt enough against a side brimming with confidence.

 

Nerves, fight, and a champion’s finish

  India’s chase began in emphatic fashion, Rohit once again leading the charge with an authoritative knock. But just when victory seemed inevitable at 183 for 3, a sudden double blow sent jitters through the Indian camp.

 

Enter KL Rahul. With 34 unbeaten runs off 33 balls, he showcased his calm and composure, steering India home even as New Zealand threatened to script a dramatic twist. Hardik Pandya’s quickfire 18 provided the finishing push, ensuring the job was done with an over to spare.

 

An undefeated campaign, a legacy cemented 

With this triumph, India became the first team to win the Champions Trophy three times, adding to their 2002 (shared with Sri Lanka) and 2013 victories. No other team has matched this feat. More impressively, India lifted the trophy without losing a single match, stamping their absolute dominance in the tournament.

 

As the fireworks lit up the Dubai sky, Rohit and his men soaked in the historic moment—a night that will forever be etched in Indian cricket folklore. 

 

Brief Scores:

New Zealand: 251/7 in 50 overs (Daryl Mitchell 63, Michael Bracewell 53, Kuldeep Yadav 2/40, Varun Chakaravarthy 2/45).

India: 254/6 in 49 overs (Rohit Sharma 76, Shreyas Iyer 48, Mitchell Santner 2/46, Michael Bracewell 2/28).  New Zealand innings  The innings began with New Zealand throwing the first punch. A fiery start saw them race to 69 for 1 after ten overs, their intent clear, their confidence soaring. But then, like a perfectly orchestrated ambush, India's spinners struck, dragging the momentum in their favour. Kuldeep Yadav, with his wrist-spin wizardry, landed a double-blow just when Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson looked set to build a fortress. The breakthrough rattled New Zealand’s foundation, and the cracks deepened as Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel stepped in, bowling with metronomic precision, ensuring no batter could break free.

 

The turning point arrived in the middle overs when Varun Chakaravarthy, calm and calculating, delivered a decisive strike. Glenn Phillips, a dangerous presence in the middle, fell prey to Chakaravarthy’s deception. India, sensing an opportunity to throttle New Zealand completely, pressed harder. The spinners bowled 37.3 per cent of their deliveries on the stumps—the highest in any of their matches in this tournament—reaping rich rewards with a collective 5 for 50 from those balls.

 

But just as India prepared to walk off satisfied, the death overs delivered an unexpected twist. Daryl Mitchell’s grittiness kept New Zealand afloat before Michael Bracewell seized the moment. When the pacers returned for the final assault, Bracewell launched a counterattack, smashing an unbeaten 53 off just 40 balls. His late flourish ensured New Zealand crossed the 250-run mark, a total that suddenly looked formidable. 

 

A spin-dominated battle, but pacers struggle

 

The contrast between spin and pace was glaring. India’s spin trio strangled the Kiwi batters, conceding just 144 runs in 38 overs at a stunning economy rate of 3.79. Meanwhile, the pacers bore the brunt of New Zealand’s aggression, leaking 104 runs in just 12 overs at an economy of 8.67. Mohammed Shami, in particular, had a forgettable outing, conceding 74 runs—the second-most by an Indian in a Champions Trophy game after Umesh Yadav’s 2 for 75 against South Africa in 2013.

 

This match also marked India’s third-highest number of spin overs bowled in an ODI, with 38 overs of spin—second only to their 41.2 overs against West Indies in Indore in 2011. In Champions Trophy history, only Sri Lanka’s 39.4 overs against Australia in the 2002 semi-final had seen more spin in a single innings.

 

A score within reach—but memories of 2019 linger

 

Despite New Zealand’s late surge, India can take solace in one fact—this is a gettable score, provided they start well. Chakaravarthy, speaking after the innings, acknowledged the challenge ahead: "It was a good wicket compared to the last one. Not turning much, so I stuck to the stump line and waited for mistakes. If we bat well initially, this is a chaseable total."

 

Yet, history casts a shadow. New Zealand’s total of 239 in Manchester in 2019 had been enough to send India crashing out of the World Cup. This time, India will hope to rewrite the script. The battle under the Dubai lights is set. Can India’s batters deliver, or will New Zealand’s bowlers script another heartbreak? The answer lies in the chase ahead.

 

Champions Trophy 2025: India vs New Zealand FINAL - Kiwis' innings key moments  New Zealand set 252-run target for India in the Champions Trophy 2025 final  Michael Bracewell's fifty made sure that NZ post a challenging total for the Men in Blue in the final.    Mohd Shami to Mitchell, OUT! Caught by Rohit Sharma  Shami has the final say as Mitchell departs for a vital 63. It seemed like he was running out of steam, and his shot reflected that weariness. A slow, full delivery wide outside off, Mitchell attempts to flick it over extra cover but doesn’t quite time it. The ball loops gently towards Rohit, standing at extra cover, who takes a couple of steps back and collects it effortlessly over his head. A valiant knock under pressure, but the question remains—can New Zealand seal the deal and finish strong?  Mitchell c Rohit b Shami 63(101) [4s-3]       

 

Varun Chakaravarthy to Phillips, OUT! BOWLED!

 

A masterstroke from Chakaravarthy at the perfect moment! Just as New Zealand was gearing up to launch, he strikes with a beauty! This is a ripper—a well-disguised googly, flighted generously, slowing through the air, and teasing the batter into a false sense of control. Phillips, hungry for the big shot, goes for an expansive cut, but—oh, disaster!  The ball grips, turns sharply, and sneaks through the yawning gap between bat and pad. Timber rattled! Chakaravarthy, who had been darting them in, suddenly pulls the rug from under Phillips by taking the pace off—and it works like a charm! New Zealand loses a crucial wicket at a crucial juncture!

 

Phillips b Varun Chakaravarthy 34(52) [4s-2 6s-1] 

  Gill drops Phillips at deep mid-wicket  After Rohit failing to grab a tough chance, Gill drops a SITTER at deep mid-wicket. 

Glenn Phillips gets a lifeline! It was a length delivery on middle, and Phillips rocked back to pull it flat. Shubman Gill, lurking in the shadows, reacted swiftly—moving and diving to his left. The ball was dipping fast, but he got his fingers under it.

 

However, he just could not hold on! Wearing sunglasses, Gill would have backed himself to take that once he got into position, but India lets another opportunity slip. Will this prove costly?

  New Zealand: 156-4 after 36 overs.  Rohit drops Mitchell at short mid-wicket  Amid the talks around his fitness, India captain fails to grab a tough chance standing at mid-wicket.  New Zealand's scoring slows as it takes 21 overs to double 10-over total 

New Zealand’s scoring rate has hit a roadblock! After reaching 69 in the first 10 overs, it has taken them a laborious 21 overs to double their score. Boundaries have been scarce—just two fours and a six in this grinding phase.

 

At the 31-over mark, New Zealand stands at 138 for 4, struggling to accelerate against India's disciplined attack.

  Jadeja sends Latham back 

Another fine player of spin falls prey to it! New Zealand’s boundary drought stretches to ten overs, and the pressure finally breaks Tom Latham. Attempting a sweep to a full, straight delivery from Ravindra Jadeja, he misses completely and is trapped plumb in front.

 

In a desperate bid, Latham burns a review on his way back, but the damage is done. India’s spinners have New Zealand in a chokehold, squeezing the scoring rate to a crawl. Since the powerplay, the Kiwis have managed just 39 runs for the loss of three wickets in 13.2 overs.

 

New Zealand struggling at 108 for 4 in 23.2 overs!  Glenn Phillips breaks the shackles as he hits Kuldeep straight down the ground for a SIX  New Zealand: 123-4 after 27 Overs 

  Latham, Mitchell rebuild after Kuldeep's double strike  Tom Latham and Daryl Mitchell are rebuilding the New Zealand innings. The boundaries are dried up though as both batters trying to play shots along the ground.  New Zealand: 99-3 after 19 Overs     New Zealand rocked—Kuldeep strikes, India surges! 

Kuldeep Yadav is weaving his magic for India today! He may have been wicketless so far in the tournament, but today, he has already struck twice—and this one is massive!

 

Kane Williamson, the rock of New Zealand’s batting, tried the same shot that earned him runs earlier. Last over, he found the gap. This time, Kuldeep is ready. He flights it full on middle, drawing Williamson forward for the push—but the Kiwi skipper cannot keep it down! A straightforward return catch, and Kuldeep snatches it gleefully.

 

India roars back into the contest, claiming three quick wickets just when New Zealand seemed to be running away with the game. A stunned Williamson pauses for a moment, exchanges a word with Mitchell, and then walks off, his innings cut short at 11 off 14 balls (1 four). 

  Kuldeep bamboozles Rachin  India get rid of in-form Rachin Ravindra in the 11th over itself. Ravindra b Kuldeep Yadav 37(29) [4s-4 6s-1].    Chakravarthy breaks 57-run opening stand  Rachin Ravindra and Will Young put up 50-run opening stand for the Kiwis before Varun Chakravarthy trapped Young in front of wicket in the 8th over. Will Young lbw b Varun Chakaravarthy 15(23) [4s-2]  Rachin Ravindra unleashes fury on Hardik Pandya, propelling New Zealand to a flying start

 

After a cautious start, Rachin Ravindra has exploded into action, dismantling Hardik Pandya’s short-ball strategy with breathtaking precision. With unwavering confidence, he first rocked back and launched a pull shot into the stands for a towering six. The very next delivery, he punched through the off-side with elegance for a boundary. And as if to make a statement, he dispatched another short ball to the ropes, leaving Pandya stunned and the Indian camp momentarily rattled.  New Zealand openers put up highest opening stand against India in the 2025 Champions Trophy 2025  New Zealand: 46-0 after 6 Overs 

   

IND vs NZ Head-to-Head in ODIs 

 

• Total matches: 119
• India won: 61
• New Zealand won: 50
• No Result: 7
• Tie: 1

 

Details of India vs New Zealand final live streaming during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

 

When will the match between India and New Zealand final take place in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

 

The match between India and New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final is scheduled to take place on March 9 (Sunday)

 

What is the venue for the India vs New Zealand match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

 

The match between India and New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final will be held at the Dubai International cricket stadium on March 9.

 

What time will the toss take place for the India vs New Zealand match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on March 9?

 

The toss for the match between India and New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final will take place at 2 pm IST.

 

When will the match between India and New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 begin on March 9?

 

The match between India and New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final will start at 2:30 pm IST.

 

Where to watch the live telecast of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand in India?

 

Star Sports Network in India will telecast the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final match between India and New Zealand.

 

Where to watch the live streaming of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand in India?

 

JioHotstar in India will stream the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and New Zealand on their app and website.

 

Global broadcast guide for India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy final match in Dubai 

Country	Online Streaming	TV Broadcast
India	JioHotstar	JioStar (Star & Network 18)
Pakistan	Myco, Tamasha app	PTV, Ten Sports
UAE & MENA	STARZPLAY	CricLife Max, CricLife Max2
United Kingdom	Sky Go, NOW, Sky Sports app	Sky Sports Cricket, Main Event, Action
United States & Canada	Willow by Cricbuzz app	Willow TV
Caribbean	ESPN Play Caribbean app	ESPN Caribbean
Australia	Prime Video (with Hindi commentary option)	Prime Video
New Zealand	NOW, Sky Go apps	Sky Sport NZ
South Africa & sub-Saharan Africa	SuperSport app	SuperSport
Bangladesh	Toffee app	Nagorik TV, T Sports
Afghanistan	No official streaming option	ATN
Sri Lanka	Sirasa	Maharaja TV, TV1 on Linear