New Zealand has announced their 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, with Mitchell Santner leading the team in his first major ICC tournament as captain. The tournament will kick off with New Zealand’s opening match against Pakistan on 19 February. Kiwis ready to showcase their skills in this prestigious tournament. Known for their consistency and balanced team
New Zealand Squad for Champions Trophy 2025
Player Name | Role |
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Kane Williamson | Top-order Batter |
Tom Latham | Wicketkeeper Batter (Vice-Captain) |
Devon Conway | Wicketkeeper Batter |
Will Young | Top-order Batter |
Mark Chapman | Allrounder |
Daryl Mitchell | Batting Allrounder |
Nathan Smith | Batting Allrounder |
Glenn Phillips | Allrounder |
Rachin Ravindra | Batting Allrounder |
Mitchell Santner (C) | Bowling Allrounder (Captain) |
Lockie Ferguson | Bowler |
Will O’Rourke | Bowler |
Ben Sears | Bowler |
Michael Bracewell | Batting Allrounder |
Matt Henry | Bowler |
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New Zealand Match Schedule For Champions Trophy 2025
Date | Match | Venue |
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19 Feb | Pakistan v New Zealand | National Stadium, Karachi |
24 Feb | Bangladesh v New Zealand | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
2 Mar | New Zealand v India | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
New Zealand’s Strengths
New Zealand has a solid lineup, led by the experienced Kane Williamson. With reliable batters like Tom Latham and Devon Conway, their batting order is one of their biggest strengths.
The team also boasts versatile allrounders such as Daryl Mitchell, Nathan Smith, and Mitchell Santner, who bring balance to both batting and bowling departments. The bowling attack, featuring stars like Matt Henry, Will O’Rourke, and Lockie Ferguson, ensures New Zealand can compete against the best teams in the tournament.
New Zealand’s Group and Tournament Details
New Zealand has been placed in Group A, alongside India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Facing strong opponents, the Kiwis will need to play at their best to advance to the knockout stages.
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Tournament Schedule
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025, with the final set for March 10. New Zealand fans are eagerly waiting to see their team shine in this high-profile tournament.
With their experienced squad and strong team spirit, New Zealand is well-positioned to be a major contender for the Champions Trophy title. Fans across the globe are excited to watch the Kiwis in action!