Bangladesh is set to face New Zealand in Match 6 of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on February 24, 2025. This encounter is crucial for both teams, with New Zealand aiming to secure a spot in the top two of their group and Bangladesh striving to keep their tournament hopes alive after a loss to India in their opening match.
Match Details:
- Fixture: Bangladesh vs. New Zealand, Match 6, ICC Champions Trophy 2025
- Date & Time: Monday, February 24, 2025, at 2:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
- Live Broadcast and Streaming: Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website)
Team Overviews:
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Bangladesh: Led by captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, Bangladesh is in a must-win situation after a six-wicket defeat to India. The team will rely on experienced players like Mushfiqur Rahim and emerging talents such as Towhid Hridoy to deliver strong performances.
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New Zealand: Under the leadership of Mitchell Santner, New Zealand enters this match with confidence following a convincing victory over Pakistan. Key players like Tom Latham, who scored an unbeaten 118* in the previous game, and pacer William O’Rourke, who took three wickets, are expected to play pivotal roles.
Head-to-Head Record:
- Total Matches Played: 45
- New Zealand Wins: 33
- Bangladesh Wins: 11
- Tied: 0
- No Result: 1
Probable Playing XI:
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Bangladesh:
- Tanzid Hasan
- Soumya Sarkar
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (c)
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mushfiqur Rahim (wk)
- Jaker Ali
- Rishad Hossain
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib
- Taskin Ahmed
- Mustafizur Rahman
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New Zealand:
- Will Young
- Devon Conway
- Kane Williamson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Tom Latham (wk)
- Glenn Phillips
- Michael Bracewell
- Mitchell Santner (c)
- Nathan Smith
- Matt Henry
- Will O’Rourke
Pitch Report: The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is hosting its first match of the tournament. The pitch is known for its good bounce and carry, favoring batsmen. Pacers can expect some movement with the new ball, while spinners might find limited assistance.
Live Streaming
India:
- TV Channel: Sony Pictures Network (Specific channel to be announced)
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Pakistan:
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- TV Channel: Asports
- Live Streaming: Tamasha App, Tapmad
Probable Scenarios:
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Scenario 1: If Bangladesh wins the toss and opts to bat first:
- Powerplay Score: 40-50 runs
- Total Score: 260-280 runs
- Prediction: Bangladesh wins the match.
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Scenario 2: If New Zealand wins the toss and opts to bat first:
- Powerplay Score: 40-50 runs
- Total Score: 280-300 runs
- Prediction: New Zealand wins the match.
Match Prediction: Considering recent performances and team dynamics, New Zealand appears to have a slight edge. However, cricket’s unpredictability means Bangladesh could capitalize on favorable conditions and deliver an upset.