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It's bittersweet at the end: NZ skipper Mitchell Santner on team's loss to India in Champions Trophy 2025 final
Dubai, March 10: Following the loss in the final against India in the recently concluded Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai on Sunday, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner expressed his thoughts on the defeat and termed the result "bittersweet".
CT 2025 Final: Santner hails outstanding Rohit; admits NZ got beaten by good side
Dubai, March 10: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner had special words of praise in store for his counterpart India skipper Rohit Sharma, who played a ctook the Champions Trophy from their palm in Dubai on Sunday.
Champions Trophy 2025: Matt Henry misses out as New Zealand win toss; opt to bat first against India in final
Dubai, March 9: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat first in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against India at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Smith replaces Henry as NZ opt to bat against unchanged India
Dubai, March 9: New Zealand will play the 2025 Champions Trophy final without their pace bowling spearhead Matt Henry as they won the toss and elected to bat first against India at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
India spinners against New Zealand's resilience to define Champions Trophy final
Dubai, March 8: India and New Zealand, the top modern-day giants, will fight for Champions Trophy glory in front of a sold-out crowd at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
Mitchell Santner provides update on Matt Henry, underscores Chakravarthy's threat ahead of ICC Champions Trophy final
Dubai, March 8: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final against India on Sunday, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner discussed the key aspects of the match, including Matt Henry's fitness, the challenge posed by Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy, and the impact of the toss at the venue.
Champions Trophy: Final not just another game, but approach remains same, says NZ captain Santner
Dubai, March 8: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner acknowledged the magnitude of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final but stressed the importance of maintaining a composed approach as his team prepares to face an in-form Indian side in Dubai on Sunday.
Champions Trophy final: Weather and pitch report for India vs New Zealand clash
Dubai, March 8: Dubai's scorching heat and spin-friendly surface will play a crucial role as India and New Zealand lock horns in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
I am very confident that the team will win the title: Raj Kumar Sharma backs India to win Champions Trophy title
By Vipul Kashyap, New Delhi, March 8: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final 2025 against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday, Virat Kohli's childhood coach Raj Kumar Sharma said that he is "very confident" that the Rohit Sharma-led side will emerge as champions in the final of the competition.
Will learn quickly from experience: NZ coach Gary Stead ahead of Champions Trophy 2025 final
Dubai, March 8: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final clash against India, New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said that his team will learn from the mistakes that were made during the last group stage match and will come stronger during the championship game in the ongoing marquee event.
We'll be putting our thinking caps on...: NZ coach Stead on Varun Chakravarthy ahead of CT final
Dubai, March 7: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final against India at Dubai, New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said that the team will be putting their "thinking caps" on to tackle spinner Varun Charkavarthy, highlighting the difficulties of facing him under the lights.
Santner hails Williamson, Ravindra's match-winning knocks ahead of Champions Trophy final
Dubai, March 7: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner lauded Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra for their outstanding performances in the second semi-final against South Africa in Lahore. Their brilliant centuries, Williamson's 102 off 94 balls and Ravindra's 108 off 101 powered the Black Caps to a formidable total of 362/6, setting up a commanding victory.
Champions Trophy: Confident New Zealand aim to stop Indian juggernaut in the final (SWOT Analysis)
New Delhi, March 7: On December 18, 2024, Mitchell Santner took charge as New Zealand's white-ball captain, with his first major leadership assignment being the 2025 Champions Trophy. Cut to now, and Santner is now all set to lead the Blackcaps in the tournament's title clash against India in Dubai on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: NZ beat SA by 50 runs, set up finale meeting with India
Lahore, March 5: New Zealand set up a meeting with India in the final of the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai after beating South Africa by 50 runs in the second semifinal at the Gaddafi Stadium here on Wednesday.
NZ skipper Santner 'confident' going into CT final against India; issues injury update about Henry
Lahore, March 6: Ahead of the Champions Trophy final on Sunday, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is keen on channelling confidence from the 'positive' aspects they procured during their previous group stage defeat against India in Dubai.
Another heartbreak for South Africa as New Zealand enters Champions Trophy final
Lahore, March 5: Another clutch century by David Miller and half-centuries by skipper Temba Bavuma and Rassie Van Der Dussen went in vain as South Africa continued to add to the list of heartbreaks, succumbing by 50 runs to New Zealand in the semifinals of the ICC Champions Trophy at Lahore on Wednesday.
Champions Trophy: Unchanged NZ opt to bat first against Bavuma-led South Africa
Lahore, March 5: New Zealand have won the toss and elected to bat first against South Africa in the second semi-final of 2025 Champions Trophy at Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday.
Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand win toss; opt to bat first against South Africa in semi-final
Lahore, March 5: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bat first in the second semi-final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy against South Africa on Wednesday.
CT 2025: NZ skipper Santner puts emphasis on players' recovery amid scheduling row ahead of semi-final clash
Lahore, March 4: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner emphasized the importance of players' "recovery", considering the quick turnaround of games in a jam-packed cricket schedule.
Champions Trophy: It's better for NZ batters if ball doesn't spin much, says Santner ahead of Proteas clash
Lahore, March 4: After the New Zealand batters collapsed against a potent Indian spin attack in their previous match, skipper Mitchell Santner has acknowledged the difficulties his side faced in the clash. But he still believes the conditions at the Gaddafi Stadium for their clash with South Africa will not assist spinners as the slower track in Dubai did.
They have got all aspects covered...: NZ skipper Santner on SA ahead of CT 2025 semifinal
Lahore, March 4: Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal against South Africa at Lahore, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner feels that the pitch at Lahore would not spin as much as the Dubai International Stadium.
CT 2025: India controlled middle overs better...: NZ skipper Santner after 44-run loss
Dubai, March 2: Following his side's loss to India in the final group stage match of the ICC Champions Trophy, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner said the wicket was slower than what Kiwis had experienced in the Pakistan leg of the competition so far, and India managed to control the middle overs better.
Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand win toss; opt to bowl first against India in last group stage match
Dubai, March 2: New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl first in their last group stage match against India at the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Chakaravarthy, Mitchell come in as NZ opt to bowl first against India
Dubai, March 2: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has won the toss and elected to bowl first against India in the final Group A match of 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.
Champions Trophy: Santner sees no signs of rust in Ravindra, says 'It seemed like he never left'
Rawalpindi, Feb 24: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner hailed Rachin Ravindra for his brilliant match-winning innings of unbeaten 112 against Bangladesh. The skipper claimed he saw no signs of rust in his star batter after he returned to the squad following a head injury suffered in the Tri-Nation ODI Series match against Pakistan.
He loves ICC events...: NZ skipper Santner hails Rachin following ton against Bangladesh in CT 2025
Rawalpindi, February 24: Following his side's win over Bangladesh in the ICC Champions Trophy, New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner expressed happiness with his team's qualification to the semifinals and lauded Rachin Ravindra and Michael Bracewell for their outstanding performances.
Champions Trophy: New Zealand elect to bowl first in must-win game for Bangladesh
Rawalpindi, Feb 24: New Zealand have won the toss and opted to bowl first in the Champions Trophy Group A clash against Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Both sides come into the game having made two changes each from their respective opening games.
Champions Trophy 2025: New Zealand eye semi-final spot as they face struggling Bangladesh at Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi, February 24: Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand will lock horns with Bangladesh Cricket Team in their second Group A clash of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Monday, as per the ICC.
Champions Trophy: Santner assures New Zealand won't take Bangladesh lightly
Rawalpindi, February 23: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner assured that they won't take Bangladesh "lightly" in their upcoming Champions Trophy fixture. Santner acknowledged Bangladesh's adeptness in orchestrating a victory against top sides and remained hopeful "it's not us."
Champions Trophy: NZ skipper Santner expects tough challenge from Bangladesh
Rawalpindi, Feb 23: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner believes Bangladesh remains a dangerous side despite missing Shakib Al Hasan in the Champions Trophy 2025. Ahead of their crucial group-stage clash on Monday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Santner highlighted Bangladesh's growing depth, particularly in the pace and spin departments.
Champions Trophy: All you need to know ahead of New Zealand v Bangladesh clash
Rawalpindi, Feb 23: A confident New Zealand side will look to secure their place in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy when they take on Bangladesh in a crucial Group A encounter on Monday at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Champions Trophy: From expecting 260 to hammering 320; Santner reveals key factor behind NZ's success against Pakistan
Karachi, February 20: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner admitted they were initially targeting a score somewhere between 260-280. However, a strong platform allowed them to blaze their way to a daunting 320/5 in the Champions Trophy opener against defending champions Pakistan in Karachi.
Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan begin quest for title defence; New Zealand search for first ICC title since 2000
Karachi, February 19: The Champions Trophy is back on the calendars of cricket enthusiasts as the extravaganza fest returns after over seven years of absence with a high-profile match between Pakistan and New Zealand beginning the tournament in the revamped Karachi Stadium on Wednesday.
Kyle Jamieson approved as replacement for Lockie Ferguson in New Zealand squad
Dubai, February 18: The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has approved Kyle Jamieson as a replacement for Lockie Ferguson in the New Zealand squad, according to International Cricket Council (ICC).
Williamson-powered New Zealand have pretty much everything settled, except experience in pace attack ahead of CT2025
New Delhi, February 17: Inexperience in pace attack as the 'Golden Generation' fades away, the sublime form of batter Kane Williamson, new leadership of all-rounder Mitchell Santner and the presence of some 'X Factor' young talent are key talking points for New Zealand as they head into the ICC Champions Trophy with an aim to end their trophy drought.
Southee backs Kiwi's mix of youth and experience to shine in Champions Trophy
Wellington, February 16: Tim Southee will find himself in unfamiliar territory watching the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 rather than playing but has backed his former teammates to impress in Pakistan.
Champions Trophy: Potent New Zealand look to end 25-year title drought (SWOT Analysis)
New Delhi, Feb 16: Mitchell Santner-led New Zealand will eye to turn the fortunes when they start their Champions Trophy campaign against host Pakistan in Karachi in the tournament opener on February 19.
Tri-Nation Series win going to be a good thing for NZ ahead of CT: Southee
New Delhi, Feb 16: Former New Zealand pacer Tim Southee feels that Blackcaps' recent Tri-Nation Series win against host Pakistan and South Africa will be a big boost for the side in the Champions Trophy.
Guys performing is pleasing...: Santner following New Zealand's six-wicket win over South Africa
Lahore, February 11: New Zealand registered a commanding six-wicket victory over South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Monday in the ongoing ODI Tri-Series 2025. The Kiwis put up an all-round performance, successfully chasing down the target and continuing their strong form in the tournament.
ODI Tri-Series: New Zealand win toss, opt to bat; Babar to open with Fakhar for Pakistan
Lahore, February 8: New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bat against Pakitan in the first match of the ODI tri-series on Saturday at the Gaddafi Stadium.