Mufti Qavi predicts India’s victory in Champions Trophy 2025 final

Mufti Qavi has predicted that India will win the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand in Dubai this Sunday. 

The highly anticipated final will see India face New Zealand in what could be the last ODI appearance for veteran cricketers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Kohli, 36, and captain Rohit, 37, have already retired from T20 internationals after winning the World Cup last year.

With the next 50-over World Cup scheduled for 2027, this final might mark the end of their ODI careers as well.

New Zealand aims to win the Champions Trophy for the second time, having clinched the title back in 2000. They reached the final after defeating South Africa by 50 runs in Lahore.

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However, their victory came with a setback as pace bowler Matt Henry, who took 5-42 against India in the group stage, suffered a shoulder injury while taking a catch. His fitness remains uncertain for the final showdown. 

India enters the match as favourites, having remained undefeated and lastly defeating Australia, while New Zealand overcame South Africa. India's experience playing in Dubai and their recent dominance, including a win against New Zealand in the group stage, gives them an edge. 

All eyes are now on Dubai as cricket fans eagerly await the clash between these two strong contenders for the Champions Trophy 2025 title.