India face New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday, with the Kiwis having defeated India in their previous two meetings in the final of an ICC tournament. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli aim for their fourth ICC title, but Akaash Chopra warns of New Zealand's process-driven approach and their ability to present stiff challenges.
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