India faces New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final, aiming for a historic three-peat and first title as hosts.

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav called leading the team in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad a "special feeling," expressing pride and nerves ahead of the home decider. He emphasized focus, simplicity, and team unity, noting India’s experience with dew-affected conditions. India seeks to become the first team to defend a T20 World Cup title, the first host nation to win, and the first with three titles. New Zealand, aiming to end a long ICC title drought, advanced with a dominant semi-final win, including Finn Allen’s 33-ball century. Despite New Zealand’s historical edge in past T20 World Cup meetings, India recently won a T20I series 4-1. The final features contrasting paths: India’s consistency versus New Zealand’s late surge, with key challenges for both sides in managing dew, batting firepower, and precision bowling.