ICC Champions Trophy 2017: India vs Bangladesh, 5 players to watch out for
India take on Bangladesh at Birmingham in the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 with a fan-war in the offing. The two sides, despite a vast gap in the rankings, have always entertained fans.
The T20 World Cup clash between these sides turned out to be a humdinger which India eventually won. The contests between these two have become closer over the years with Bangladesh a vastly improved side in the recent past. They have reached the semi-finals of an ICC tournament for the first time in their history and boast of some experienced players in their line-up.
India, meanwhile, were at their best in a virtual knockout match against the Proteas to finish on top of their group. They will be more than happy to play Bangladesh in the semi-finals but need to avoid being complacent. Bangladesh are no pushovers as they proved in the match against the Kiwis.
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Here are five players to watch out for from the match.
#5 Mushfiqur Rahim
Not loved by the Indian fans after his premature celebrations in the World T20 in 2016, Rahim is a mainstay in the Bangladesh middle-order. A short statured, dynamic batsman, Rahim can play the patience game or go the attacking route. He is equally adept against pace and spin, making him a real threat in the middle overs.
Rahim is also in good nick having smashed a vital half-century against England in the opening game. He was undone by pace against Australia and New Zealand but should fancy his chances against India. The wicket-keeper batsman also boasts a good record against India.
Record against India
Matches - 18, Runs - 517, HS - 117, Avg - 36.92