Champions Trophy 2025: What happened in India vs New Zealand Champions Trophy 2000 Final? IND vs NZ Scorecard, Playing XI, Top Players

India have a massive championship date set against New Zealand as the two teams lock horns in the final of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday (March 5).

They have looked as the two best teams in the tournament and will now play for the title in Dubai. India met the Kiwis earlier in group stages and pulled off a decent victory, but it will be a different game altogether in the summit clash.

India has historically struggled against New Zealand in ICC tournaments. They recently won the semifinal in World Cup 2023, but the Kiwis have caused the Indians ample problems in the past. But when it comes to the finals, this will only be the second time these two teams meeting in an ICC limited-overs tournament's final.

What happened when India and New Zealand met in ICC Champions Trophy 2000 Final?

The Champions Trophy 2000, which was known as ICC KnockOut Trophy, India and New Zealand met in the final, held on October 15, 2000, at the Gymkhana Club Ground in Nairobi, Kenya. New Zealand emerged victorious by four wickets, securing their first major ICC trophy.

Match Summary

India, after being put into bat by New Zealand, posted a total of 264/6 in their allotted 50 overs. The innings was anchored by captain Sourav Ganguly, who scored a commanding 117 runs off 130 balls. He was well-supported by Sachin Tendulkar, who contributed 69 runs. The duo established a solid opening partnership of 141 runs, laying a strong foundation for India. However, the middle order couldn't capitalize fully on this start, and the scoring rate slowed in the latter part of the innings.

In response, New Zealand faced early setbacks, losing two wickets for just 37 runs. Despite being reduced to 132/5, all-rounder Chris Cairns played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 102 runs. His partnership of 122 runs with Chris Harris, who added 46 runs, was instrumental in New Zealand's chase. Cairns' resilience and aggressive stroke play guided New Zealand to 265/6 in 49.4 overs, clinching the match with two balls to spare.

IND vs NZ - Champions Trophy 2000 Final Scorecard

📍 Venue: Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi, Kenya
📅 Date: October 15, 2000
🏆 Result: New Zealand won by 4 wickets

India: 264/6 (50 overs)

Sourav Ganguly - 117 (130)
Sachin Tendulkar - 69 (83)
Chris Cairns - 2/40 (10)
Scott Styris - 2/56 (10)

New Zealand: 265/6 (49.4 overs)

Chris Cairns - 102* (113)
Chris Harris - 46 (64)
Venkatesh Prasad - 3/49 (10)
Anil Kumble - 2/54 (9.4)

Player of the Match: Chris Cairns (NZ) - 102* (113) & 2/40 (10)

IND vs NZ Playing XI in Champions Trophy 2000 Final

India: Sourav Ganguly (c), Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Yuvraj Singh, Vinod Kambli, Robin Singh, Vijay Dahiya (wk), Ajit Agarkar, Anil Kumble, Zaheer Khan, Venkatesh Prasad.

New Zealand: Stephen Fleming (c), Craig Spearman, Nathan Astle, Roger Twose, Chris Cairns, Craig McMillan, Chris Harris, Adam Parore (wk), Scott Styris, Geoff Allott, Shayne O'Connor.

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