Note - Jasprit Bumrah is out of the tournament due to back injury.
Bangladesh’s Squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (Wicketkeeper), Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali Anik (Wicketkeeper), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Nasum Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana
A significant absence in the Bangladesh squad is all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who is sidelined due to injury.
Key Players to Watch
India: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant
Bangladesh: Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mustafizur Rahman
Recent Form & Stats
India enters the match with strong performances in recent ODI series, winning against Australia and England. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has shown resilience in their last few bilateral series, with notable victories over Sri Lanka and Afghanistan.
Expert Predictions
Former cricketers and analysts predict a high-scoring encounter, given Dubai’s batting-friendly conditions. Sunil Gavaskar believes India’s top order will dominate, while Bangladesh’s pace attack led by Taskin Ahmed could pose challenges.
Fan Reactions & Social Media Buzz
Fans from both nations have taken to social media to express their excitement. Hashtags like #INDvsBAN, #CT2025, and #CricketFever are trending worldwide, with predictions and memes fueling the build-up.
Match Preview and Expectations
The upcoming contest is a crucial one as both teams look to secure a strong position in Group A, which also includes New Zealand and Pakistan. The conditions in Dubai are expected to be warm and dry, with some early cloud cover. Spinners are likely to play a key role, and dew might become a factor in the latter stages of the game.
India enters the match with a formidable track record in the Champions Trophy, having won the title twice (2002, 2013), while Bangladesh’s best performance came in 2017, when they reached the semi-finals.
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the action live on the Star Sports Network, with streaming available on the JioHotstar app and website. The match is set to begin at 2:30 PM IST.
Head-to-Head in Champions Trophy
Total Matches: 1
India Wins: 1
Bangladesh Wins: 0
With both teams aiming to make a mark in the tournament, today’s encounter promises high-intensity cricket and thrilling moments. Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis!
