Discover the top five cricket stars to keep an eye on in the India vs New Zealand 2025 series — including key players, recent form, and why they matter.
The India vs New Zealand 2025 series promises high-drama cricket, and the spotlight falls on several standout players. Here are five names who could shape the series’ outcome in big ways.
1. Rohit Sharma (India – Captain & Opener)
Rohit remains a vital pillar for India’s batting. In the recent final of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, he scored a powerful 76 to help India chase down New Zealand’s 251/7. Reuters+1 His form and leadership will be crucial if India are to dominate at home.
2. Kuldeep Yadav (India – Spinner)
In that same Champions Trophy final, India’s spin attack – featuring Kuldeep – played a key role. India’s skipper praised the spinners for restricting New Zealand to 251/7. Reuters In home conditions favourable for spin, Kuldeep could be a match-winner.
3. Virat Kohli (India – Middle-order Batter)
Kohli is always a player of interest. His experience and hunger to perform make him a “must-watch”. While specific recent stats weren’t highlighted in the sources I found, his presence alone adds weight to India’s batting depth.
4. Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand – All-rounder/Batter)
Ravindra made headlines as Player of the Tournament in the Champions Trophy, being the leading run-scorer for New Zealand. Wikipedia+1 His batting form gives New Zealand a big chance to challenge India’s strong lineup.
5. Mitchell Santner (New Zealand – All-rounder & Captain)
Santner’s leadership and all-round skills matter a lot for New Zealand. After the defeat in the Champions Trophy final, he acknowledged India’s spinners were too good. Reuters If he performs with both bat and ball, NZ could upset.
Bottom line: For India, the focus is on batting firepower and spin control (Rohit, Kohli, Kuldeep). For New Zealand, the key lies in Ravindra’s batting consistency and Santner’s leadership with all-round contribution. The clash of these strengths is what makes this series so exciting.
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