Champions Trophy 2025, IND vs BAN Live: Shami makes dream comeback after 14 months as Bangladesh lose Soumya Sarkar for a duck

India vs Bangladesh Champions Trophy 2025 Live Score: Mohammed Shami made an instant impact on his return to ODI cricket, dismissing Soumya Sarkar for a duck in the first over of the Champions Trophy 2025 clash in Dubai. Bangladesh, opting to bat first, lost their first wicket at 1/1 in 0.6 overs, with Tanzid Hasan and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto at the crease.

Shami’s Early Breakthrough

Shami, who was the highest wicket-taker in the 2023 ODI World Cup, showed his class immediately, removing Soumya Sarkar with a perfect seam-up delivery clocked at 138.2 kmph. The left-handed batter attempted a drive but got an inside edge, and KL Rahul took a comfortable catch behind the stumps.

Shami Closing in on 200-ODI Wicket Milestone

With this early wicket, Shami is now just two scalps away from becoming the fastest Indian bowler to reach 200 ODI wickets, surpassing Ajit Agarkar’s record (133 innings). Shami, playing his 102nd ODI innings, could rewrite history in today’s game.

Toss and Playing XI Update

Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bat first. India made key changes to their lineup, with Mohammed Shami returning in place of Arshdeep Singh, while Kuldeep Yadav was included ahead of Varun Chakaravarthy.

Match Situation

  • Bangladesh: 1/1 (1 over)
  • Tanzid Hasan (1), Najmul Hossain Shanto (0)**
  • Mohammed Shami: 1 over, 1 run, 1 wicket

Can Shami continue his dream start and break the 200-wicket record today? Stay tuned for live updates!

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