India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025: Shubman Gill’s Century, Shami’s Fifer Seal Dominant 6-Wicket Win for Men in Blue

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India vs Bangladesh, Champions Trophy 2025: India began their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with a comfortable six-wicket win over Bangladesh in Dubai on February 20, thanks to a clinical bowling display from Mohammed Shami and a composed century from Shubman Gill.

While Bangladesh showed resilience through Towhid Hridoy’s maiden international ton, India’s early breakthroughs with the ball and steady batting ensured a smooth chase of 229.

Shami’s Five-Wicket Haul Shatters Bangladesh’s Top Order

Opting to bat first, Bangladesh endured a nightmare start as they crumbled to 35 for five within nine overs. Mohammed Shami, returning to an ICC event, proved unplayable with his pace and accuracy, striking thrice in his opening spell.

He dismissed Soumya Sarkar for a duck and removed Najmul Hossain Shanto just two balls later. Axar Patel (2/43) joined the act by trapping Mehidy Hasan Miraz before Shami picked up his 200th ODI wicket with the scalp of Tanzid Hasan.

The situation could have worsened if Rohit Sharma had held on to a straightforward slip catch off Jaker Ali early in his innings. That missed opportunity allowed Bangladesh to recover, with Towhid Hridoy (100 off 118) and Jaker (68 off 114) building a remarkable 154-run partnership – the highest sixth-wicket stand in Champions Trophy history.

Despite the duo’s resistance, Bangladesh could not push past 228 as Shami returned to clean up the tail, finishing with figures of 5/53. Harshit Rana, on his debut, impressed with 3/31, while Axar Patel chipped in with crucial breakthroughs.

Shubman Gill Anchors India’s Chase with Well-Paced Century

India’s pursuit of 229 began on a strong note with captain Rohit Sharma leading the charge. He struck a quickfire 41 off 36 balls, ensuring India kept ahead of the required rate. However, his dismissal in the 10th over, caught off Taskin Ahmed, opened the door for Bangladesh. The Tigers clawed back with Rishad Hossain removing Virat Kohli (22) and Axar Patel (8), while Mustafizur Rahman dismissed Shreyas Iyer (15).

At 144 for four, the chase could have turned tricky, but Shubman Gill stood tall, displaying remarkable composure. The newly crowned No. 1 ODI batter reached his eighth ODI century, his first in a Champions Trophy, off 125 balls.

His innings was a masterclass in pacing a chase, blending controlled aggression with smart rotation of strike. KL Rahul (41* off 47) provided able support as the duo stitched together an unbroken 87-run stand to take India home in 46.3 overs.

Key Takeaways from India vs Bangladesh

India’s victory was set up in the first 10 overs of each innings. With the ball, they dismantled Bangladesh’s top order, leaving them in a position from which recovery was difficult. Shami’s five-wicket haul was instrumental in keeping Bangladesh’s total within reach. In the chase, India ensured they maintained a healthy scoring rate early on, preventing scoreboard pressure on a slowing Dubai pitch.

Bangladesh will take positives from Hridoy’s fighting century and Jaker’s determined knock, but their top-order collapse cost them any realistic chance of competing. Their bowlers, despite picking four wickets, could not put sustained pressure on India.

With this win, India have made a strong start in Group A, while Bangladesh will need to regroup quickly if they are to stay in the hunt for a semi-final spot.