Indian captain Rohit Sharma looked in fine touch, scoring 41 off 36 balls before Taskin Ahmed dismissed him with a perfect delivery in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener
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Rohit Sharma’s Promising Knock Cut Short by Taskin Ahmed
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma showed glimpses of his vintage form in the Champions Trophy 2025 opener against Bangladesh, scoring a fluent 41 off 36 balls. However, his innings was brought to an end by a brilliant delivery from Taskin Ahmed, preventing him from converting his solid start into a big score.
After struggling in recent series against New Zealand and Australia, Rohit found his rhythm just in time for the tournament. His knock included a mix of elegant drives and aggressive strokes, giving India a strong start in their pursuit of a competitive total.
Rohit’s Form a Positive Sign for India
Rohit had already displayed his return to form with a century against England, and today’s innings further solidified his confidence. While his dismissal was untimely, his ability to provide a steady foundation at the top remains crucial for India’s campaign.
As India aims for their third ICC Champions Trophy title, the team will look to build on the momentum provided by their captain. With the likes of Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul in the lineup, India will hope to capitalize on the start and post a formidable total against Bangladesh.
Taskin Ahmed Strikes at the Right Moment
For Bangladesh, Taskin Ahmed provided a much-needed breakthrough, ensuring that India’s captain did not take the game away early. His ability to generate pace and movement troubled the Indian batters, proving why he remains one of Bangladesh’s most reliable fast bowlers.
As the match progresses, all eyes will be on India’s middle order and Bangladesh’s bowling attack to see how the contest unfolds.
