The stage is set for a blockbuster final as India take on New Zealand in the T20 World Cup showdown in Ahmedabad. While India are chasing a record third title and a chance to defend their 2024 crown, the BlackCaps are aiming for their first-ever T20 World Cup triumph. With both teams enjoying strong campaigns, fans can expect a gripping contest under the lights.
New Zealand’s explosive opening pair of Tim Seifert and Finn Allen could pose an early challenge for India. Allen, the fastest centurion in T20 World Cup history, has been striking at a blistering rate this tournament, while Seifert boasts an impressive record against India in T20Is. India will rely heavily on the pace duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, who have been outstanding with the new ball and at the death.
India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final: Squads
India:
Suryakumar Yadav (c), Ishan Kishan (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson (wk), Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel.
New Zealand:
Tim Seifert (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (c), Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, Jacob Duffy, James Neesham, Kyle Jamieson, Devon Conway
