New Zealand Opts to Bowl First in T20 World Cup Final Against India; Kane Williamson Absent

In the T20 World Cup final at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and chose to bowl first against India. New Zealand's playing XI included pacer Jacob Duffy, replacing off-spinner Cole McConchie, while India retained their semifinal lineup. Notably, veteran Kane Williamson was absent, having retired from T20 internationals in November last year after 93 matches. Both teams fielded strong lineups aiming for the championship.