Bangladesh Recovers Against India in Dubai
Bangladesh continues its recovery in the high-intensity ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against India, reaching 212/6 after 45 overs at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Towhid Hridoy remains unbeaten on 89,* inching closer to his century. Rishad Hossain provided a late boost with a quickfire 17, including two sixes, before Harshit Rana dismissed him.
India’s spinners have kept the pressure on, with Axar Patel picking up two wickets for 43 runs in his 9 overs. Kuldeep Yadav has been economical but is yet to pick up a wicket.
Hridoy and Jaker Stabilize Bangladesh’s Innings
Towhid Hridoy and Jaker Ali have guided Bangladesh to 183/5 in 42 overs, stabilizing the innings after a disastrous start.
- Hridoy is unbeaten on 79
- Jaker remains solid at 68
Their unbeaten 145-run stand has rescued Bangladesh from early trouble. The last five overs have yielded 43 runs at a run rate of 8.60.
Indian bowlers, including Hardik Pandya (0/17 in 3.2 overs) and Mohammed Shami (2/38), are still searching for a breakthrough.
India’s Bowlers Dominate the Powerplay
Bangladesh found themselves in deep trouble at 36/5 in 9 overs, as India’s bowlers dominated the early exchanges.
- Mohammed Shami (2 wickets) and debutant Harshit Rana (1 wicket) made early inroads.
- Axar Patel struck twice in his first over, further denting Bangladesh’s hopes.
At that point, Hridoy was on 4 (8 balls), and Bangladesh needed a major rebuild.
Bangladesh Wins the Toss and Elects to Bat
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and chose to bat first in the second match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Playing XI for Both Teams
India:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- Axar Patel
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Harshit Rana
- Mohammed Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
Bangladesh:
- Tanzid Hasan
- Soumya Sarkar
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (c)
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mushfiqur Rahim (wk)
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Jaker Ali
- Rishad Hossain
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib
- Taskin Ahmed
- Mustafizur Rahman
Champions Trophy 2025: Tournament Overview
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 features eight teams divided into two groups:
Group A:
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
- India
- New Zealand
Group B:
- Afghanistan
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
Venues:
Matches are being played across Dubai, Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. The semi-finals and final will take place as follows:
- 1st Semi-Final: 4 March in Dubai
- 2nd Semi-Final: 5 March in Lahore
- Final: If India qualifies, it will be held in Dubai; otherwise, it will be played at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Match Progression: Key Phases
Early Collapse for Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s innings started disastrously as they lost five wickets within the first 10 overs:
- Mohammed Shami and Harshit Rana rattled the top order.
- Axar Patel’s double strike further deepened their woes.
- At 36/5, Bangladesh seemed to be heading towards a low total.
Hridoy and Jaker’s Steadying Act
- A crucial 70-run stand between Hridoy and Jaker Ali helped rebuild the innings.
- By 29 overs, Bangladesh had reached 105/5.
- Both batsmen played cautiously against India’s spinners.
Late Flourish in the Death Overs
- In the last 5 overs, Bangladesh scored 43 runs, accelerating their total beyond 200.
- Rishad Hossain’s cameo (17 off 10) helped push the total towards a competitive score.
5 FAQs on India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy 2025 Match
1. Who won the toss in the India vs Bangladesh match?
Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first.
2. Who were Bangladesh’s top performers in the match?
Towhid Hridoy and Jaker Ali were Bangladesh’s standout performers, putting together a crucial partnership after early setbacks.
3. How did India’s bowlers perform?
Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, and Harshit Rana were India’s key bowlers, picking up early wickets and controlling the run flow.
4. Where was the match played?
The match was played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
5. What was Bangladesh’s score after 45 overs?
Bangladesh reached 212/6 in 45 overs, with Towhid Hridoy nearing his century.
Conclusion
Bangladesh’s fightback against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has turned a seemingly lost cause into a competitive battle. With Hridoy leading from the front, they have managed to recover from 36/5 to over 200 runs. India, on the other hand, will aim to restrict them further and chase down the target comfortably.
The Champions Trophy 2025 continues to deliver thrilling encounters, and this match is proving to be no exception.
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