India showcased a dominant performance in the Champions Trophy 2025, defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in Dubai. With Shubman Gill’s unbeaten century and Mohammed Shami’s record-breaking bowling, India started the tournament on a high note.
Bangladesh’s Early Struggles
Bangladesh batted first after losing the toss. Their innings got off to a disastrous start as Indian bowlers maintained tight control. Shami and Jasprit Bumrah struck quickly, reducing Bangladesh to 35-5 within the first 10 overs. Despite a resilient 100-run partnership between Towhid Hridoy and Jaker Ali, Bangladesh was eventually bowled out for 228 runs.
Hridoy Leads Bangladesh’s Recovery
However, Towhid Hridoy showcased remarkable resilience. He played a fighting innings of 100 runs (100 off 118 balls, 6 fours, 2 sixes), helping Bangladesh recover. Hridoy built crucial partnerships with the lower order, pushing the team to a competitive total of 228 runs. Unfortunately, the rest of the batting lineup struggled to offer substantial support.
Shami’s Record-Breaking Spell
Shami was the star with the ball for India. He delivered a stellar performance, taking five wickets for 53 runs. His sharp line and length constantly troubled Bangladeshi batters. Importantly, Shami’s feat of becoming the fastest bowler to claim 200 ODI wickets added a historic touch to the victory. Kuldeep Yadav and Bumrah also bowled economically, maintaining pressure throughout.
India’s Solid Chase
India’s chase began on a positive note. Openers Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill set a solid foundation. Sharma contributed a steady 41 runs, also surpassing the 11,000-run milestone in ODIs. His dismissal, however, did not derail India’s momentum. Gill anchored the innings with maturity, scoring an unbeaten 101 runs. Additionally, KL Rahul provided support, remaining not out at 41 runs. Together, they guided India to a comfortable win.
A Confident Start to the Tournament
India’s balanced performance in both batting and bowling stood out. The team reached the target with 16 balls to spare, clinching victory with six wickets in hand. The win not only boosted the team’s morale but also set the tone for the high-stakes clash against Pakistan in their next match.
Meanwhile, cricket fans are eagerly anticipating the Afghanistan vs South Africa match in Karachi. The pitch is expected to favour batters, making disciplined bowling crucial. As the Champions Trophy 2025 unfolds, more thrilling contests and standout performances are expected, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
