Fri Feb 21 01:28:01 UTC 2025: ## India Cruises to Victory Over Bangladesh in Champions Trophy Opener
**Dubai, UAE** – India began their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with a convincing 6-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a thrilling match held in Dubai on Thursday. Mohammed Shami stole the show with a record-breaking bowling performance, taking 5 wickets for 53 runs in 10 overs. Despite a shaky start, where Bangladesh found themselves reeling at 35 for 5, Towhid Hridoy’s century (100) and Jaker Ali’s 68 helped them post a competitive total of 228.
In response, India’s chase was anchored by Shubman Gill’s unbeaten century (101), who steered the team to victory after captain Rohit Sharma’s early dismissal. Gill’s masterful innings overshadowed even Shami’s outstanding bowling performance.
India will next face Pakistan on February 23rd in Dubai, while Bangladesh will play New Zealand in Rawalpindi on February 24th.
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