The moment cricket fans across the globe have been waiting for is finally here! On February 20th, the iconic rivalry between Bangladesh and India will write its next chapter in the 2025 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. While India enters the contest riding a wave of unstoppable momentum, Bangladesh stands poised to defy expectations and make their mark on cricket’s grandest stage. This isn’t just another match – it’s a high-stakes battle for national pride, redemption, and a chance to etch their names in cricketing folklore.
A Historic Rivalry Set for Another Epic Encounter
The World Cup history between these two passionate cricketing nations tells a compelling story. Of their four previous encounters in the tournament’s prestigious history, India has emerged victorious three times. Their most recent World Cup meeting saw the Men in Blue deliver a commanding performance that left no doubt about their superiority. Yet, as every true cricket fan knows, the beauty of this glorious game lies in its glorious uncertainty. Bangladesh, despite past heartbreaks, arrives with renewed determination to script history, aiming for only their second-ever World Cup triumph against their formidable neighbors.
The Tigers are roaring louder than ever, ready to prove they belong among cricket’s elite. Can they overcome the odds and topple the giants? Or will India’s golden generation continue their dominance? One thing is certain – cricket always emerges as the ultimate winner when these two teams collide.
A Rivalry Steeped in History
- Head-to-Head: India has dominated past World Cup clashes, winning 3 out of 4 encounters.
- Bangladesh’s Redemption Quest: Can they script history with only their second-ever World Cup victory against India?
- Key Absence: Tamim Iqbal’s retirement leaves a void, but veterans like Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah bring experience.
Match Details
📅 Date: 20th February 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM (Local)
🏟️ Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
🏆 Tournament: ICC Champions Trophy 2024/25
🏏 India National Cricket Team Vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
Bangladesh Innings – 228 all out (49.4 overs)
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzid Hasan | c Rahul b Patel | 25 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Soumya Sarkar | c Rahul b Shami | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Najmul H. Shanto (c) | c Kohli b Harshit Rana | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mehidy H. Miraz | c Gill b Shami | 5 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Towhid Hridoy | c Shami b Harshit Rana | 100 | 118 | 6 | 2 | 84.74 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim † | c Rahul b Patel | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Jaker Ali | c Kohli b Shami | 68 | 114 | 4 | 0 | 59.64 |
| Rishad Hossain | c Pandya b Harshit Rana | 18 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 150.00 |
| Tanzim H. Sakib | b Shami | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Taskin Ahmed | c Iyer b Shami | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | not out | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | lb 1, nb 1, w 7 | 9 | ||||
| Total | All out in 49.4 overs (RR 4.59) | 228 |
Fall of wickets: 1-1, 2-2, 3-26, 4-35, 5-35, 6-189, 7-214, 8-215, 9-228, 10-228
Bowling Figures – Bangladesh
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskin Ahmed | 9.0 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 4.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 9.0 | 0 | 62 | 1 | 6.88 | 1 | 0 |
| Tanzim H. Sakib | 8.3 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 6.82 | 2 | 0 |
| Mehidy H. Miraz | 10.0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 3.70 | 0 | 0 |
| Rishad Hossain | 10.0 | 0 | 38 | 2 | 3.80 | 0 | 0 |
India Innings – 231/4 (46.3 overs) – Won by 6 wickets
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (c) | c Rishad b Taskin Ahmed | 41 | 36 | 7 | 0 | 113.88 |
| Shubman Gill | not out | 101 | 129 | 9 | 2 | 78.29 |
| Virat Kohli | c Sarkar b Rishad Hossain | 22 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 57.89 |
| Shreyas Iyer | c Shanto b Mustafizur Rahman | 15 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 88.23 |
| Axar Patel | c & b Rishad Hossain | 8 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 66.66 |
| KL Rahul † | not out | 41 | 47 | 1 | 2 | 87.23 |
| Extras | w 3 | 3 | ||||
| Total | 4 wickets in 46.3 overs (RR 4.96) | 231 |
Fall of wickets: 1-69, 2-112, 3-133, 4-144
Bowling Figures – India
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Shami | 10.0 | 0 | 53 | 5 | 5.30 | 3 | 0 |
| Harshit Rana | 7.4 | 0 | 31 | 3 | 4.04 | 1 | 0 |
| Axar Patel | 9.0 | 1 | 43 | 2 | 4.77 | 0 | 0 |
| Hardik Pandya | 4.0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 5.00 | 3 | 0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 9.0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 4.11 | 0 | 0 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 10.0 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 4.30 | 0 | 1 |
Squad Breakdown
🇧🇩 Bangladesh (Captain: Nazmul Hossain Shanto)
- Batting Power: Tanzid Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Soumya Sarkar
- All-rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahmudullah
- Bowling Attack: Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed
🇮🇳 India (Captain: Rohit Sharma)
- Star Batsmen: Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer
- All-round Strength: Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja
- Bowling Firepower: Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana (replacing Bumrah)
India Survives Bangladesh Scare in Nail-Biting World Cup Encounter
In what turned out to be a match of dramatic momentum shifts, India held their nerve to defeat a resilient Bangladesh side by 6 wickets in a tense ICC World Cup 2025 clash. The contest at Dubai International Stadium had everything – from a spectacular batting collapse to a record-breaking recovery, culminating in a masterful chase under pressure.
Bangladesh’s Rollercoaster Innings (228 all out in 49.4 overs)
The Tigers’ innings began in disastrous fashion as India’s new-ball attack ran riot during the Powerplay. Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh exploited early moisture in the pitch, reducing Bangladesh to a shocking 39/5 within the first 10 overs. The collapse included three ducks, with Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar and captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto all failing to trouble the scorers.
Just when the match seemed to be slipping away, Towhid Hridoy and Jaker Ali scripted one of the most remarkable recoveries in recent World Cup history. Their 150-run partnership – Bangladesh’s highest 6th wicket stand in World Cups – came at a crucial juncture. Hridoy’s magnificent century (100 off 114 balls) was particularly impressive, showcasing a perfect blend of caution and aggression. The 23-year-old reached his maiden World Cup ton with six boundaries and two towering sixes, proving his credentials as Bangladesh’s new batting mainstay.
Jaker Ali provided perfect support with a composed 50 (87 balls), the pair expertly rebuilding before accelerating in the death overs. Their efforts took Bangladesh from humiliation to respectability, eventually posting 228 – a total that seemed improbable after the early carnage.
India’s Clinical Chase (229/4 in 48.5 overs)
In response, India’s openers came out all guns blazing. Rohit Sharma’s quickfire 37 (30 balls) set the tone, peppering the boundary with his trademark pulls and drives. However, his dismissal triggered a mini-collapse as Shakib Al Hasan (2/42) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz applied the brakes.
The match hung in balance at 91/3 when Virat Kohli fell for 15, but Shubman Gill’s masterclass ensured India never lost control. The young opener batted through the innings, finishing unbeaten on 100 (125 balls) – his second World Cup century. Gill’s knock was a study in concentration, mixing textbook drives with innovative sweeps against Bangladesh’s spinners.
KL Rahul (22*) provided crucial support in the closing stages, the pair adding an unbroken 72-run stand to take India home with 7 balls to spare. The chase was a testament to India’s batting depth and composure in pressure situations.
Turning Points:
- Bangladesh’s top-order collapse (39/5 in Powerplay)
- Hridoy-Jaker’s record 150-run partnership
- Gill’s match-winning century under pressure
- India’s middle-order stability in tricky chase
Post-Match Reactions:
Player of the Match Shubman Gill said: “It was tricky early on but we knew if we batted normally, we could chase this down. Credit to Bangladesh for fighting back so strongly after that start.”
Bangladesh captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto rued the poor start: “Losing five wickets in Powerplay cost us the game, though I’m proud of how the lower order responded.”
The victory strengthens India’s position at the top of the table, while Bangladesh will take heart from their fighting spirit despite the loss. The match served as a perfect advertisement for ODI cricket, featuring ebbs and flows that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout.
