India is set to face Bangladesh in the first T20 match after a great victory in the Test series.
Teams Overview
India:
A dominant force in T20 cricket, India boasts a formidable batting lineup and a world-class bowling attack. Their depth and experience make them clear favourites in most matches.
Key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Suryakumar Yadav are expected to be the backbone of their batting.
The bowling department is led by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, who can be lethal on their day.
Bangladesh:
While Bangladesh has made significant strides in recent years, they still face challenges against top-tier teams. Their success often hinges on the performances of their key players.
Key players like Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Liton Das are expected to be crucial for their batting.
Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed spearhead the bowling attack.
Head-to-Head in T20
India: 13
Bangladesh: 1
Tied: 0
Pitch Reports
- The Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium typically provides a balanced pitch that is suitable for both batting and bowling.
- The pitch might favour spinners later in the match, making it crucial for both teams to adapt to the conditions.
Probable Playing XI
India:
- Rohit Sharma (Captain), KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav
Bangladesh:
- Shakib Al Hasan (Captain), Liton Das, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah Riyad, Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Nasum Ahmed, Shoriful Islam
Live Streaming
India:
- TV Channel: Sony Pictures Network (Specific channel to be announced)
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Pakistan:
- TV Channel: Asports
- Live Streaming: Tamasha App, Tapmad
Match Details
- Date: Sunday , October 6, 2024
- Time: 6:30 pm PST (Pakistan Standard Time), 7:00 pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time), 1:30 pm IST (Indian Standard Time)
Venue: Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium
Match Predictions
- India is expected to start as favourites, given their strong squad and head-to-head record.
- However, Bangladesh has the potential to upset India if they can get their batting and bowling combinations right.
- The match is likely a closely contested affair, with the result potentially hinging on individual performances.
Possible Scenarios
- India Dominates: India’s batting lineup could prove too strong for Bangladesh’s bowling attack, leading to a comfortable victory.
- Bangladesh Surprise: Bangladesh could pull off an upset if their batters can score runs consistently and their bowlers can restrict India’s scoring.
- Close Finish: The match could be decided by a narrow margin, with the last few overs likely to be crucial.
