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How will an in-form David Warner fare against a new ball specialist in Trent Boult? Will Kane Williamson be able to handle Adam Zampa — among the leading wicket-takers in this tournament — in the middle stages?
Here are some of the player battles to watch out for in the final
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Australia have the bragging rights as far as their head-to-head record against their neighbours is concerned. The two sides have met in T20Is 14 times, with the Aussies having won nine of them, with the Black Caps having won five (one of which came in a Super Over).
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New Zealand began their campaign with a stutter, losing to Pakistan by five wickets and facing a must-win situation against India. However, the Black Caps were back on their feet after outplaying India in all departments. They were in a spot of bother in the semi-final against England after losing two senior batters early in their chase of 167, but discovered a new hero in Daryl Mitchell, whose unbeaten 72 took them to a third consecutive ICC event final.
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Australia started off with a scratchy win against South Africa, and their chances of reaching the semis looked bleak after getting humiliated by Ashes rivals England. Aaron Finch's men, however, managed to pick themselves up from the eight-wicket loss to the Old Enemy, and have not looked back since, going on to beat strong favourites Pakistan to book their place in the final — only their second appearance at this stage in T20 World Cup history.
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It's fair to say that both teams have defied the odds to reach the final. They weren't looked at as the sides to make it to the semi-finals from the Super 12 stage but here we are. Some consistent cricket, backing their strengths and awe-inspiring performances in clutch situations have got them to the final. And we are not complaining. A new champion is guaranteed for the first time since 2012.
Ujwal Singh previews the T20 World Cup final. Click here to read
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G'day everyone! Welcome to Firstpost's live coverage of the 2021 T20 World Cup final in Dubai, with Australia taking on their neighbours from across the ditch New Zealand in the clash that will bring the seventh edition of ICC's flagship T20 event to a conclusion.
Australia vs New Zealand Live Score, Final Cricket Score and Live Streaming, T20 World Cup 2021 Latest Updates: Follow this space for the latest update on the 2021 T20 World Cup final between Australia and New Zealand in Dubai.
Australia vs New Zealand, T20 World Cup 2021 final Live Streaming: The T20 World Cup 2021 will witness a new champion on Sunday when Kane Williamson's New Zealand lock horns with Aaron Finch's Australia in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
One the perennial underdogs at cricket's global stage, the final will mark a hat-trick of appearances for New Zealand. While they reached the final of the 2019 Cricket World Cup, where they sustained that heartbreaking loss to eventual champions England, earlier this year, the Kiwis managed to own an ICC trophy when they beat India at the World Test Championship final in Southampton.
And Kane Williamson's men will look to add another trophy to their cabin come Sunday.
Devon Conway will the miss summit clash due to a hand injury that he sustained during the semi-final against England.
Meanwhile, this will be Australia's second appearance at a T20 World Cup final, having lost to England at the 2010 T20 World Cup final in the West Indies.
Adam Zampa's form is a big boost for the Aussies, who has been an influential figure this campaign. He not only has 12 wickets in this tournament (Second-highest wicket taker), but also has registered best bowling figures of 5/19 to see Bangladesh off for just 73.
The two teams have met in the T20 World Cup only once, in 2016, when Mitchell McClenaghan and Corey Anderson shared five wickets among them to restrict Australia to 134/9, while chasing 142, in a Super 10 game in Dharamsala.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of the T20 World Cup 2021 title clash:
When will the T20 World Cup 2021 final between New Zealand and Australia take place?
The match between New Zealand and Australia will take place on 14 November, 2021.
What is the venue for New Zealand versus Australia match?
The match will take place at the Dubai Cricket Stadium in Dubai.
What time will the New Zealand versus Australia match start?
The match will begin at 7.30 pm IST. The toss will take place at 7 pm IST.
Which TV channels will broadcast the New Zealand versus Australia match?
The match will be telecast on Star Sports Network. The live streaming of the match will also be available on Disney+ Hotstar. Besides, you can browse Firstpost.com for live updates and over-by-over commentary.
Squads:
New Zealand: Kane Williamson (c), Todd Astle, Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Adam Milne, Martin Guptill, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert (wk), Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee.
Australia: Aaron Finch (c), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Kane Richardson, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Wade (wk), David Warner, Adam Zampa.
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