India Must Watch Out for Santner, Rachin & Conway in Final: Rayudu
The upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand is shaping up to be an exciting encounter, and former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu has identified three players from the Kiwis that India must watch out for. In a recent interview, Rayudu warned about the threat posed by Mitchell Santner’s spin in the middle overs, Rachin Ravindra’s explosive batting at the top, and Devon Conway’s potential to be a “dark horse” in the match.
Santner, the New Zealand left-arm spinner, has been in top form in recent times, and Rayudu believes that he could be a major threat for India in the middle overs. “Santner is a very good bowler, and he’s been doing well for New Zealand. He’s got the ability to take wickets in the middle overs, and India will need to be careful against him,” Rayudu said.
Ravindra, the 22-year-old opener, has been making waves in international cricket with his aggressive batting style. He has already scored several half-centuries for New Zealand, and Rayudu thinks that he could be a major threat for India at the top of the order. “Ravindra is a very talented player, and he’s been doing well for New Zealand. He’s got the ability to take the game away from the opposition with his aggressive batting, and India will need to be careful against him,” Rayudu said.
Conway, the 32-year-old opener, has been in great form for New Zealand, and Rayudu believes that he could be a “dark horse” in the match. “Conway is a very solid player, and he’s been doing well for New Zealand. He’s got the ability to score big runs, and India will need to be careful against him,” Rayudu said.
Rayudu’s warnings come as India prepares to face New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final, which will take place in Dubai on Sunday. The final is expected to be an exciting encounter, with both teams having shown impressive form in the tournament so far.
India has been one of the top teams in the tournament, with Rohit Sharma scoring a century in the semi-final against Australia. New Zealand, on the other hand, has been led by the impressive form of Kane Williamson, who has scored several half-centuries in the tournament.
In conclusion, Rayudu’s warnings about Santner, Ravindra, and Conway should serve as a wake-up call for India ahead of the final. India will need to be at its best to take on the talented New Zealand team, and Rayudu’s words of caution should inspire the team to prepare well for the big match.
