Wed Feb 19 17:02:32 UTC 2025: ## India to Kick Off Champions Trophy Campaign Against Bangladesh

**Dubai, UAE –** India will begin their 2025 Champions Trophy campaign against Bangladesh on Wednesday, February 19th, at the Dubai International Stadium. While the highly anticipated match against Pakistan looms later in the group stage, the India-Bangladesh encounter serves as a crucial test for the Indian team composition.

Despite a dominant historical record against Bangladesh (32 wins in 40 ODIs), recent results have been closer, with Bangladesh securing three wins in their last five meetings. India will be looking to build on their recent 3-0 sweep over England, while Bangladesh enters the match after a disappointing 0-3 loss to the West Indies and a 1-2 defeat against Afghanistan.

The match will begin at 2:30 PM IST (9:00 AM GMT), with the toss at 2:00 PM IST. The game will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network and streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar. Both teams have announced their squads, with India led by Rohit Sharma and Bangladesh by Nazmul Hossain Shanto. The contest promises to be a significant opening match for both teams in their quest for the Champions Trophy title.

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