Sun Mar 02 16:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Kiwis Opt to Bowl First as India and New Zealand Clash in Champions Trophy Finale

**Dubai, UAE** – New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first against India in their crucial Group A Champions Trophy match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Both teams made single changes to their lineups. New Zealand replaced Devon Conway with Daryl Mitchell, while India rested Harshit Rana in favor of spinner Varun Chakravarthy.

The match, which began at 2:30 PM IST (following a 2 PM IST toss), is being broadcast live on Star Sports and Sports18 channels in India, and streamed live on JioHotstar.

The highly anticipated encounter pits India’s formidable batting lineup against New Zealand’s strong bowling attack. The outcome will significantly impact the final standings in Group A.

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