Nidahas Trophy 2018: India's predicted XI to take on Bangladesh in the final

Having overcome a hiccup following their defeat in the tournament opener at the hands of hosts Sri Lanka, India, led by stand-in skipper Rohit Sharma, sailed into the final of the Nidahas Trophy with three consecutive wins.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, made life complicated for themselves, making a meal of a relatively simple run-chase in the virtual semi-final against Sri Lanka before Mahmudullah's heroics put to bed ghosts of matches past.

The Men in Blue easily overcame Shakib Al Hasan's side in the group stage encounters and head into the final as firm favourites. It is never wise to change a winning combination, but will the team management take heed of that advice? Here is a look at how India could line up for the all-important final:

Openers

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has hit a pale patch of late and has gotten out cheaply in his last few outings. In the team's last league match against Bangladesh, Rohit took his time early on and scored a 61-ball 89 to help India post a decent total of 176 runs on the board and seal the victory.

Contrary to Rohit's form, his opening partner Shikhar Dhawan has been enjoying a purple patch over the last two-three months. The southpaw has been India's best batsman in the Nidahas Trophy and he will look to continue his good work in the final as well.

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