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'Best Player Vs Spin,' - Jadeja Sends Simon Doull's Most Reliable NZ Batter Back To Hut

Arnav Chopra

Tom Latham vs India (Source: AP Photos)Tom Latham vs India (Source: AP Photos)

The ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand, happening at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, is going to be a massive spinner affair. Former New Zealand player and current commentator Simon Doull gave his opinion on who is BlackCaps' most reliable batter against spin.

Simon Doull Picks New Zealand's Best Batter Against Spin

With too much on the line at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where India and New Zealand are facing off in a fierce battle dictated by spin, former New Zealand cricketer and ace commentator Simon Doull has picked his best player who could have helped New Zealand in this encounter.

According to Doull, not Kane Williamson or Rachin Ravindra, it is Tom Latham who is one of New Zealand's finest batters against spin. Doull predicted that New Zealand was more comfortable when Latham was at the crease because of his ability to play spin.

He's easily their best batter as he picks their length extremely well and takes the situation in his control. It is without any complication or doubt that Latham has been one of the finest batters against spin in the recent era as his numbers against spin are astonishing.

"New Zealand feel a little bit more comfortable with the spin because Tom Latham is at the crease. He's easily New Zealand's best player against spin. He picks up the length very well and can read it, he's calmed it down for them."

However, Doull's prediction failed in this encounter as Latham, who came in to bat at number five, was dismissed by Ravindra Jadeja in the 24th over. He was trapped in front of the stumps for 14 after facing 30 deliveries.

India Keeps The Pressure On Against Kiwi Batters

Earlier in the day, the New Zealand side, led by Mitchell Santner, won the toss and opted to bat first in Dubai. By the end of 30 overs, they were 135 for 4 down with Daryl Mitchell (32*) and Glenn Phillips (17*) at the crease.

Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, and Tom Latham were all sent back as Kuldeep Yadav picked two wickets for 25 runs in his six-over spell while all four wickets have been picked by spinners so far.