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India Played To The Conditions Beautifully, Says New Zealand's Matt Henry

After suffering a 44-run defeat to India in the 2025 Champions Trophy, New Zealand seamer Matt Henry said the Rohit Sharma-led side played beautifully as per the conditions due to the knowledge they acquired from their previous Group A games at the Dubai International Stadium. On a slow pitch, India managed to make 249/9 in 50 overs, with Shreyas Iyer's 79 and a late 45 by Hardik Pandya taking them to the competitive total. In return, Varun Chakaravarthy picked 5-42 in just his second ODI game to bowl out New Zealand for 205 in 45.3 overs. New Zealand will take on Group B toppers South Africa in the second semi-final in Lahore on Wednesday.

New Zealand Will Lean On Tri-Series Win To Beat South Africa In Champions Trophy Semifinal

Senior batter Tom Latham said New Zealand will take confidence from their recent win over South Africa in the tri-series when they face the same opponents in the semifinal of the Champions Trophy in Lahore on Wednesday. New Zealand lost to India by 44 runs in their final Group A match here on Sunday but Latham said it would have no bearing on the semifinal. Recently, New Zealand successfully chased 305 against South Africa in Lahore and then went on to win the tri-series, beating Pakistan in the final, and Latham feels those experiences will hold them in good stead on Wednesday.

"Difficult To Read His Hand": Axar Patel Hails Varun Chakaravarthy's Mental Skills

Spin bowling all-rounder Axar Patel lavished praises on mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy for his maiden five-wicket haul in ODIs in India's 44-run over New Zealand in the last Champions Trophy Group A game in Dubai, saying it is really difficult to read the spinner's mind, and if a batter misses his googly, there is a high chance of losing a wicket. New Zealand's bowlers did well to restrict India's batting line-up, with Shreyas Iyer (79) and Hardik Pandya (45) leading the way as the Asian side posted a competitive total of 249/9 after they were sent in to bat first.

"Injury Can Happen To Anyone": Ex-India Skipper Backs Mohammed Shami After Win vs NZ

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly hailed Team India following their win over New Zealand in the final group stage match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy, saying that it has the capability to defeat anyone in white-ball cricket. India booked their semifinal clash with rivals Australia on March 4 following a 44-run win over NZ in their ICC Champions Trophy match, ending the group stage on a high with three wins in three matches. Speaking to ANI, Ganguly said, "India won the last T20 World Cup (in 2024) and played in the final (of 50-over in 2023). It is a very strong team in white-ball cricket, no matter who is on the opposite side. It has the capability to defeat anyone."

New Zealand's Henry shrugs off Dubai defeat ahead of South Africa semi-final

New Zealand will head into their Champions Trophy semi-final against South Africa with confidence intact despite suffering their first defeat of the tournament against India, paceman Matt Henry said.

"You Can't Do That": Commentator Blasts Ravindra Jadeja For Unacceptable Act Against New Zealand

India's spin might was in full show against New Zealand at the Champions Trophy 2025 as they spun a web and defended a low total of 249/9. It was not just another win but a comprehensive one as India outplayed New Zealand by 44 runs. Apart from Hardik Pandya, all the other Kiwi wickets were taken by spinners. Varun Chakravarthy took five, Kuldeep Yadav two, Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel one each. Jadeja got his only wicket in the 33rd over as he trapped Tom Latham in front of the wicket with a brilliant delivery. The New Zealand batter went for a reverse sweep but misjudged the line, as the ball hit his thigh.

Watch: Anushka Sharma's Sweet Interaction With Rohit Sharma's Newborn Goes Viral

A sweet video of Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, who is also the wife of Virat Kohli, meeting Rohit Sharma's newborn son Ahaan has melted the internet. The clip that is going viral on social media is from the India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy 2025 match that took place in Dubai on Sunday. In the video, Rohit's wife Ritika Sajdeh could be seen carrying Ahaan on her arms when Anushka cutely interacts with the three-month old baby. Watch the video here -

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India Played To The Conditions Beautifully, Says New Zealand's Matt Henry

New Zealand Will Lean On Tri-Series Win To Beat South Africa In Champions Trophy Semifinal

"Difficult To Read His Hand": Axar Patel Hails Varun Chakaravarthy's Mental Skills

"Injury Can Happen To Anyone": Ex-India Skipper Backs Mohammed Shami After Win vs NZ

New Zealand's Henry shrugs off Dubai defeat ahead of South Africa semi-final

"You Can't Do That": Commentator Blasts Ravindra Jadeja For Unacceptable Act Against New Zealand

Watch: Anushka Sharma's Sweet Interaction With Rohit Sharma's Newborn Goes Viral