Abhishek Sharma maintained his impressive form, delivering an explosive start that provided India with early momentum. His aggressive batting put pressure on the Bangladeshi bowlers. At one point, a score exceeding 200 seemed possible, but a run-out disrupted the innings, changing the pace of the game.

India ultimately scored 168, which was a competitive score, although potentially 25-30 runs less than what seemed achievable halfway through the innings.

In response, Bangladesh struggled to gain momentum. Saif Hassan fought valiantly, exhibiting resilience. However, luck favored him, as India missed several chances to dismiss him. Despite these missed opportunities, Bangladesh was unable to capitalize.

Jasprit Bumrah eventually ended Saif’s innings, tightening India’s control over the game. The Indian wrist-spinners then took over, claiming five wickets and limiting Bangladesh’s scoring opportunities, preventing a comeback.

The result confirms India’s position in the final and eliminates Sri Lanka from the tournament. The remaining spot in the final will be contested in a crucial match between Pakistan and Bangladesh.

With India in strong form, the question is who will face them in the final – Pakistan or Bangladesh? A thrilling finish is anticipated.

The Rohit Sharma-Led India will take on Nazmul Hossain Shanto’s Bangladesh in their campaigner opener at champions trophy 2025 on February 20.

“India is a strong side with a great bowling and batting lineup. But bumrah is not in the squad. Alize, “Imrul Kayes Told Pti.

In Bumrah’s Absence, Veteran Mohammed Shami will lead India’s pace attack including Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh.

“Shami’s inclusion is big.

Meanwhile, bangladesh will also miss the services of verteran all-rounder shakib al-hasan and out-of-form batter litton das in the upcoming icc event.

Kayes, Who Played 39 Tests, 78 Odis and 14 T20s for Bangladesh, Said Shakib’s Absence is bound to be felt.

“I definitely miss shakib beCause he is a very good player. His impact on any match is immense. t play an additional spinner. , “The former opener said.

“Litton’s Form was a big concern for the team. But in the last few bpl matches, he did score some runs. However, Soumya sarkar and tanzid tam has paid better, and I think the TEAM IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IS IN Good Shape He added.

In absence of shakib missing, the 38-year-old kayes expects vice-captain mehidy hasan miraz to step up.

“If you see mehidy hasan, when he came to the national team, he was new, but his courage is amazing. It., “He explained.

“Mehidy Can Bat Anywhere. In the 2018 asia cup final, he opened the batting against India. Shakib can also bat any BECAuse He is a left-handed spinner. The impact he creates with his bowling is invaluable for our team, “He added.