Beginning with an exciting match between India and Bangladesh, the much-awaited Champions Trophy 2025 opened with India securing a complete 6-wicket Group-A win. Held at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the game witnessed India’s batting and bowling teams cooperating to guarantee a commanding victory.
The Fight of Bangladesh in the First Innings
Bangladesh skipper Nazmul Hussain Shanto chose to bat first after winning the toss, but the squad battled right from start. Early dismissals of important Bangladeshi batters by Mohammad Shami and Harshit Rana started India in a fantastic fashion.
In the first over Soumya Sarkar went out duck hunting.
Furthermore absent from opening his account was Captain Nazmul Shanto.
With Axar Patel’s twin strike, Bangladesh’s chances were severely damaged as they were left whirling at 35/5.
To resuscitate the innings, though, Tauhid Hridoy and Zakar Ali delivered vital knocks. Their 154-run sixth wicket stand enabled Bangladesh to score a decent 228 in 49.4 overs. Hridoy hit his first ODI century (100 off 114 balls), while Zakar Ali added 68 runs.
Important Bowling Exchanges
Lead by seasoned Mohammad Shami, India’s bowling attack quickly destroyed Bangladesh’s batting order.
5/53 is Mohammad Shami.
Three-31, Harshit Rana
2/43, Axar Patel
India guaranteed Bangladesh did not score an impressive total with a disciplined bowling effort.
The Commanding Chase of India
With Rohit Sharma (41) and Shubman Gill (125-ball century leading the way, Chasing 229 India started well. Before losing to Mustafizur Rahman, Rohit also personally attained an 11,000 ODI mark.
Falling cheaply, Virat Kohli (22) and Shreyas Iyer (15) left India with 133/4.
Soon after dismissal of Axar Patel (8) added to the burden.
Shubman Gill and KL Rahul helped to steady the batting at this pivotal point. Gill’s outstanding eighth ODI century and Rahul’s unbroken 42 off 64 balls guaranteed the 48.2 overs’ win.
Champions Trophy 2025: Important Lessons learnt throughout the Match
India’s pursuit benefited much from Shubman Gill’s century.
Five-wicket haul by Mohammad Shami signified a remarkable recovery.
The first century of Tauhid Hridoy was a shining example for Bangladesh.
The bowling and fielding efforts of India were coherent.
And what is next? India vs. Pakistan Challenge On February 23, 2025 India will be playing arch-rivals Pakistan. One of the most thrilling events of the tournament is likely to be this high-voltage collision. source mumbaiindians
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