Santner’s men don’t have to look far for inspiration.

The venue for this final is the same as the 2023 50-over World Cup, when Australia stunned previously unbeaten India to take the title.

Under the weight of expectations, India faltered with the bat and were dismissed for 240 before Travis Head’s century powered Australia to a quick victory.

“There’s obviously a lot of pressure on India to win this World Cup at home,” Santner said.

“We can go out and try to put extra pressure on them and see what happens.”

Against Australia, India reached 76-1 in 10 overs, but only 72 runs were produced between the start of the 11th over and the end of the 30th over.

The change in format should prevent India from being cautious again, but New Zealand, who have reached this final despite losing to South Africa and England earlier in the competition, must take advantage of any signs.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said he did not feel the need to discuss the 2023 loss with the team.

“We have been preparing very well for this stage,” he said. “It started two years ago and the circle has reached the same stage from which we left in 2023.

“Hopefully we play good cricket and be brave in difficult situations. That’s the simple message for the team.”