IND vs BAN / Team India made a great start in CT, defeated Bangladesh with Gill's century

IND vs BAN: The Indian cricket team made a strong start in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. In their opening match played in Dubai, Team India defeated Bangladesh by 6 wickets, marking an impressive beginning to their campaign. This victory was largely driven by young opener Shubman Gill and experienced bowler Mohammed Shami.

Gill’s Sparkling Century

Shubman Gill showcased exceptional batting skills, scoring an unbeaten 101 runs off 129 balls. His innings included 9 fours and 2 sixes. This was his 8th century in ODI cricket and his second consecutive one, having scored a century in the third match of the ODI series against England earlier. Thanks to his brilliant knock, Team India successfully chased the target with ease.

Shami’s Bowling Prowess

After winning the toss, Bangladesh opted to bat first but had a disastrous start. Within the first 35 runs, they lost 5 wickets. However, Jaker Ali (68) and Towhid Hridoy (100) put up a 154-run partnership to stabilize the innings, helping Bangladesh reach a total of 228.

Mohammed Shami’s lethal bowling created major troubles for Bangladeshi batsmen. He claimed 5 wickets and set a world record for the fastest 200 wickets in ODI cricket, breaking Mitchell Starc’s record in the process.

Slow Start for Rohit and Kohli

Chasing a target of 228, the Indian team got off to a steady start. Captain Rohit Sharma (41) played an aggressive knock but couldn’t convert it into a big innings. Virat Kohli (22) was also dismissed early, causing minor setbacks for Team India. Shreyas Iyer (15) and Axar Patel (8) failed to make significant contributions.

Gill and Rahul’s Match-Winning Partnership

At a crucial stage, Shubman Gill took charge and, along with KL Rahul, stitched an unbroken 87-run partnership to guide India to victory. KL Rahul remained unbeaten on 41 and sealed the win with a six, ensuring a 6-wicket triumph for India. With this win, India earned 2 points.

India's next match is scheduled against Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai, a highly anticipated clash that promises to be a thrilling contest for cricket fans.