India and Bangladesh are set to clash in a Group A match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. With recent challenges in international cricket, India must put on a strong performance in the tournament, making their opening match against a formidable Bangladesh crucial.
Despite being among the favorites, the team faces pressing concerns. Can India's bowling attack cope with the absence of injured pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah? Will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma rediscover their form? Can young talents like Shubman Gill handle the pressure of a high-stakes multi-nation event and perform consistently? Here's what to expect from India in this match.
India Clear Favorites
In this scenario, the Champions Trophy presents an ideal opportunity, as ODIs remain a familiar and reliable format for both seasoned stars and emerging players in the Indian squad. They will be eager to make a strong statement in this campaign.
It is thus crucial for India to rise to the occasion, both as a team and on an individual level.
One could argue that Kohli, Rohit, and even head coach Gautam Gambhir—despite being only six months into his role—are under immense pressure, as the repercussions of India's defeats against New Zealand and Australia still linger. Their time at the helm may be running out unless they deliver significant results.
However, there are some promising signs. Rohit recently scored a century against England, while Kohli notched up a fifty. Under Gambhir's leadership, India secured dominant series victories, winning 4-1 in T20Is and 3-0 in ODIs.
Gill was a standout performer, earning Player of the Series honors after smashing two fifties and a century in the three-match ODI series against England.
But the Champions Trophy presents a far greater challenge than a comfortable home series. In Group A, India will face Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand—teams that are far more determined than the lackluster England side they recently played. With the format being so competitive, even a single loss could drastically alter the league stage dynamics.
When and Where
The India vs Bangladesh ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 match will be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai, on Thursday, February 20. The match begins at 2:30 PM IST/9 AM BST and 4 AM ET.
How to Watch
Fans in the United States can watch the India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match live on FuboTV.
Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match live on Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Action.
Fans in India can watch the India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match live on Star Sports Network, including Star Sports 1 (HD & SD), Star Sports 1 Hindi (HD & SD), Star Sports 1 Tamil (HD & SD), Star Sports 1 Telugu (HD & SD) and Star Sports 1 Kannada (SD).
How to Live Stream
Fans in the United States, can watch the live streaming of India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match on Willow TV App.
Fans in United Kingdom can watch the live streaming of India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match on Sky Sports App.
Fans can watch the India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy match live streaming in India on Disney+ Hotstar.
