Legendary Pakistan pacer Wasim Akram reckons Australia hold an edge over New Zealand heading into the T20 World Cup 2021 final in Dubai.

While the Kiwis defeated the star-studded England team in the semi-final, the Aussies got the better of the rampaging Pakistan side in the last-four stage.

According to Akram, however, the Aaron Finch-led Australian team has peaked at the right time and the momentum is with them.

"Australia weren't the favourites because of their recent performances and T20I form. David Warner was one of the main parts of their team, especially in T20 cricket. He's a very aggressive batsman and is in good form, peaked at the right time.

"Although Steve Smith is struggling so far in this Australian lineup but they are still looking good. Their fast bowling attack is also looking good, in the knockouts Maxwell and Stoinis have been their fifth bowler and New Zealand will be eyeing on them (taking them on).

"But in general, Australia look very strong especially after the semifinal win. If you ask me 'who are the favourites for tomorrow'?, I think Australians have an edge for Sunday's final," Akram told India Today.

The former Pakistan captain also asked the groundsmen and Dubai stadium officials to do something about the dew which is expected to play a big role in the final as well.

During the Super 12 phase, dew was a huge factor in the outcome of a match and the chasing side dominated the tournament thoroughly.

"That's not fair (toss & dew factor influencing the results). They (match officials) have to come up with some ideas. They can't afford to cover the stadiums but give a fair chance to both the sides.

"The toss will make an effect. What you don't want is whatever we have seen in this World Cup that you win the toss, 80-90% you win the game. These are very good odds for teams chasing and that's not fair," Akram remarked.

(With India Today inputs)