New Zealand vs Australia: Tactical preview for the grand finale

After 44 matches, we are down to Australia and New Zealand for the grand finale clash. A deep dive into what are the key head-to-head battles, the all important toss, match-ups and what other factors could prove vital in the final outcome.

Will the match be decided half an hour before the first ball is bowled?

Aaron Finch and Kane Williamson have largely been in the shadows in the tournament thus far as far as their batting is concerned but on Sunday (November 14) evening both these gentleman will be central figures when they walkout for the toss. The reason being the chasing bias in Dubai this season, especially in night games where dew has played a big part. Of the 12 matches hosted by Dubai in this tournament, 11 have been won by the chasing team, including all nine night games. In fact, in the last 17 night T20 games in Dubai, 16 have been won by the side batting second,