The Champions Trophy has not been contested since 2017, but was dusted off due to commercial reasons and the tournament will dominate cricket over the next few weeks.

India kicked off their Champions Trophy campaign with a six-wicket victory against Bangladesh in a Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Electing to bat, Bangladesh slumped to 35-5 but went on to post 228 all out riding Towhid Hridoy's heroic 100 while battling cramps.

For a brief moment Towhid Hridoy stood with his eyes closed and soaked in all the applause, including from Indian players. Century-maker Hridoy’s journey to the international stage has been one of hardship and sacrifice.

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan, which is hosting its first major global tournament in almost 30 years.

Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and Bangladesh decided to bat against India in their Group A match at the Champions Trophy.

India kicked off their Champions Trophy campaign with a six-wicket victory against Bangladesh in a Group A match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday.Electing to bat, Bangladesh slum

Eight of the world's cricketing superpowers face off in Pakistan and Dubai this month for the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy, a tournament in the sport's 50-over format. In-form one-day international specialists India are widely seen as the favorites to lift the trophy this time out.

In ODI cricket in 2025, the contest belongs to the team that can maximise batting and bowling efficiency in overs 11 to 40

The good news for dedicated fans is that's exactly what we're getting with the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. It's going to be an electric few weeks of ODI cricket from the best international sides in the world,