India vs Bangladesh: Champions Trophy 2025 Clash

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The second match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be played on 20 February between two Group A teams, India and Bangladesh, in Dubai. This day-night match will start at 02:30 pm. India has performed brilliantly in its recent ODI series and the team looks in good rhythm.

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On the other hand, this match will be a golden opportunity for Bangladesh to regain its form. Both teams will enter the field with the intention of winning, so this match is likely to be exciting.

India vs Bangladesh: Champions Trophy 2025 Clash

Team Overviews

India: Riding High on Confidence

The Indian team is confident after winning the ODI series 3-0 against England recently. Captain Rohit Sharma and vice captain Shubman Gill performed brilliantly in that series. Gill won the Player of the Series title by scoring 259 runs.

However, the absence of key fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah due to a back injury is a matter of concern for the team. Young bowler Harshit Rana has been included in his place.

The spin department includes experienced players like Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav. The biggest concern for the team management is that they have to strike a balance between spin and fast bowling while selecting the playing XI.

Bangladesh: Looking to Regain Form

The Bangladesh team recently lost the ODI against the West Indies by 3-0, but captain Nazmul Hussain Shanto believes that his team can defeat any team on any day. The team’s experienced players Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah, will be responsible for batting.

In bowling, the fast pair of Taskin Ahmed and Nahid Rana can pose a challenge to the Indian batsmen. However, the absence of star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is a big blow to the team.

Probable Playing XIs

India’s Probable XI

Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh.

Bangladesh’s Probable XI

Nazmul Hussain Shanto (captain), Soumya Sarkar, Tanjid Hasan, Tauheed Hriday, Mushfiqur Rahim (wicketkeeper), Mahmudullah, Mehdi Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hussain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Mustafizur Rahman.

Key Players to Watch

Shreyas Iyer (India)

Shreyas Iyer recently performed brilliantly against England and he can play an important role in this match as well. His aggressive style will strengthen India’s middle order.

Nahid Rana (Bangladesh)

Nahid Rana can trouble the opposition batsmen with his fast bowling. After a brilliant performance against the West Indies, he will be expected to perform well in this match as well.

Dubai International Stadium Pitch Report

The Dubai pitch is usually slow and helps the spinners. Only four times have a score of 300+ been reached here, which makes it clear that the batsmen will have to work hard. Fast bowlers can get swing in the early overs, while spinners can play an important role in the middle overs.

Match Prediction: Who Will Win?

Given the recent form and balance, the Indian team looks heavy on Bangladesh. Both India’s batting and bowling are strong, while Bangladesh will have to regain their rhythm. If the Bangladeshi bowlers successfully take wickets early, this match can be exciting, but at the moment, India looks like a strong contender for victory.

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