Dubai, March 7 -- The Black Caps have showcased excellent ODI form, rebounding strongly from a defeat to secure a commanding spot in the Champions Trophy final, as per the ICC.

New Zealand have shown fine form during the tournament so far, with great displays with bat and ball.

Their only hiccup came against India in Dubai, having already qualified for the knockout stage by the time they played that game, setting up for a shot at sweet redemption against the Indians.

They opened the tournament by defeating Pakistan reasonably comfortably. Will Young and Tom Latham both hit hundreds as the Black Caps amassed a total of 320/5, with 113 coming off the last ten overs.

Mitchell Santner and Will O'Rourke then took three wickets apiece as th...