The India vs Bangladesh match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to take place on February 20, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This Group A clash marks India’s opening game in the tournament. Here’s everything you need to know about the match.
Match Details
- Date: February 20, 2025
- Time: 2:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local time in Dubai)
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, UAE
- Tournament Stage: Group A
How to Watch the Match
Fans can catch the action live on the following platforms:
- India:
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Streaming: JioHotstar app or website
- Bangladesh:
- TV: Nagorik TV, T Sports
- Streaming: Toffee app
Head-to-Head Record
India and Bangladesh have faced each other in 41 ODIs. India leads with 32 wins, while Bangladesh has 8 victories. In ICC tournaments, India has won 4 matches, and Bangladesh has 1 win. This will be their second meeting in the Champions Trophy, with India winning the previous encounter.
Pitch and Weather Report
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium offers a balanced pitch, favoring both batters and bowlers. Seamers may find early assistance due to cloud cover, while dew could play a role in the second innings. The weather is expected to be dry and warm, with no rain forecast. Humidity levels might help swing bowlers early in the game.
Team Squads and Predicted XIs
India Squad
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, and others.
Predicted XI: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav.
Bangladesh Squad
Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and others.
Predicted XI: Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Mehidy Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed.
Dubai Stadium Stats
- Capacity: 25,000 (expandable to 30,000)
- India’s ODI Record in Dubai: 6 matches, 5 wins, 1 tie (vs Afghanistan)
India’s Group Stage Schedule
- February 20: vs Bangladesh (Dubai)
- February 23: vs Pakistan (Dubai)
- March 2: vs New Zealand (Dubai)
Key Points to Note
- India will play all group matches in Dubai, as they are not traveling to Pakistan, the primary host nation.
- If India qualifies for the final, it will be held in Dubai instead of Lahore.