India vs Bangladesh ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Match 47

The Indian team is now ready to lock horns with Bangladesh in the 47th game of this 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup scheduled to be played on 22 June, 2024 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua. Interestingly, both these teams are coming into this game after having witnessed quite different results unfold in their respective previous outings. The Men in Blue continued to remain unbeaten in this T20I tournament so far as they registered their fourth consecutive win over Afghanistan after they got the better of USA, Pakistan and Ireland in the opening round. On the other hand, Bangladesh suffered a poor 28-run defeat at the hands of Australia in their Super 8 clash on Friday. 

India kicked off their Supert-8 campaign in Barbados with a commanding victory over Bangladesh. The match witnessed stellar performances from Suryakumar Yadav with the bat and Jasprit Bumrah with the ball, solidifying their heroics in the crucial encounter. Initially, India faced challenges in accelerating their innings, finding themselves in a tricky situation. However, the seasoned 33-year-old Suryakumar Yadav emerged as the savior, crafting a pivotal half-century that propelled India to a competitive total of 180.

Throughout his innings, Yadav displayed composure and skill, steering India away from early setbacks and steering them towards a respectable score. His innings not only stabilized the Indian innings but also injected momentum, setting the stage for a formidable total. Meanwhile, Jasprit Bumrah delivered a masterclass in bowling, dismantling the Bangladesh batting lineup with precision and finesse. His crucial wickets further cemented India's dominance in the match, ensuring a comfortable victory in their Supert-8 opener. India's comprehensive performance underscored their depth and resilience, highlighting their status as strong contenders in the tournament. The contributions of Yadav and Bumrah underscored the team's versatility and ability to excel under pressure, setting a promising tone for their campaign ahead.

On the other hand, in a lackluster display, Bangladesh faltered with the bat, managing only 140 runs against Australia in their recent match. The veteran duo of Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah, usually stalwarts for Bangladesh, endured an uncommon failure, contributing to their team's disappointing total. As rain intervened, the match was decided by the DLS method, favoring Australia, who clinched victory by 28 runs. Bangladesh's struggles weren't confined to this match alone; earlier in the warm-up phase, they faced India and suffered a defeat. The team's preparation leading into the tournament appears to have hit hurdles, reflecting a need to regroup and recalibrate strategies moving forward.

Australia, capitalizing on Bangladesh's subdued performance, showcased their proficiency and adaptability, seizing control to secure a crucial win. The match underscored Australia's ability to capitalize on opportunities and adjust to challenging conditions, highlighting their competitive edge in the tournament. For Bangladesh, it's a call to reassess and harness their strengths ahead of upcoming fixtures. With experienced campaigners like Shakib Al Hasan and Mahmudullah, they possess the resilience to bounce back and make significant strides as the tournament progresses.

Predicted India Playing XI

Rohit Sharma (C), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dubey, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah.

Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.

Predicted Bangladesh Playing XI

Liton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Nazmul Hossain Shanto (C), Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman. 

Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Taskin Ahmed, Litton Das, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Shakib Al Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mahmud Ullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Tanvir Islam, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib. Travelling reserves: Afif Hossain, Hasan Mahmud.