SPORTS
Aiming to clinch the semi-final berth at the earliest, a confident India would be eyeing for another commanding performance when they meet an out-of-sorts Bangladesh in their third Group league match of the ICC World Twenty20 here on Friday.
On paper, it will be a 'David versus Goliath' contest as Bangladesh are no match for an Indian team who are now being considered as serious contenders for the title.
But the fickleness of the shortest format means that a gritty fight from the Tigers can't be ruled out against some of the biggest names in world cricket.
On current form too, there has been a big difference between the two teams as they get ready to lock horns at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium.
The Indian team's confidence has certainly shot up after their wins against quality opposition like Pakistan and defending champions West Indies.
In both matches, it was only one team that was in total control and that was Team India.
While Yuvraj Singh can cop a bit of flak for delaying the inevitable against West Indies which affected the net run-rate but Friday will give the 'Men In Blue' a chance to seal a ticket for the semi-final even before they meet Australia in their last group league encounter on Sunday.
Nothing is more satisfying than to meet an Australian team with an open mind and the Kohlis, Mishras and Jadejas will be hoping to come out all guns blazing against a team which is down in the pits.
If losing to Hong Kong wasn't enough, the demoralising defeat against West Indies where they were bowled out for less than 100 was even more disappointing for the thousands of home fans who passionately support their national team.
For India, there aren't too many worries save Yuvraj's indifferent form. However Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Suresh Raina have more than made up for the poor show by the Punjab veteran.
Meet the richest person in UK, an Indian, who leads a billion-dollar group, his net worth is Rs...
Sara Tendulkar breaks up with this Bollywood star weeks after rumoured romance? Here's what we know
IPL 2025 Playoffs: BCCI announces full schedule, venues, and dates of final four games
Bengaluru Rains: IT firms mandate WFH after heavy rain batters city; check list
Mitolyn Reviews And Complaints 2025: Ingredients, Benefits and Real User Results
This unique 'Snake Waterfall' in Indonesia is breaking internet, not for the faint-hearted!
Meet Kanika Anabh who topped UPSC IFS with AIR 1 in third attempt, she is from...
Lisa and her rumored billionaire boyfriend spotted vacationing together, he is.., his net worth is..
Eiffel Tower-sized asteroid approaching Earth at alarming speed on...; check date, other details
Who was Mata Hari, a seductress, spy and exotic dancer who was given death by firing squad
Bad news for MS Dhoni fans as CSK star player may take THIS big step after IPL 2025
Investors duped of over Rs 48 lakh via fake trading app, know modus operandi
Kerala rains: Not June 1, IMD predicts monsoon likely to reach Indian state in...
ISI Exposed: Here's how Pakistan's intelligence agency is involved in illegal activities
Baba Vanga makes chilling prediction for 2025: Downfall of humanity, contact with aliens and...
"Stories Find Me": Dr Avinaash V Rai on his life in films, challenges and helping others
Akshay Kumar to sue Paresh Rawal for exiting Hera Pheri 3, sends legal notice claiming Rs...: Report
Preity Zinta gets angry after her fake photos hugging Vaibhav Suryavanshi go viral: ‘I am so..’
Narayana students ace CBSE 2025 results
Zoho's Sridhar Vembu issues big warning to software engineers: 'High salary not birthright...'
This company, name behind popular underwear brand, is giving away Rs 200 for..., name is...
Apple will not launch its iPhone 18 series in September 2026, three BIG reasons revealed
‘Spy’ YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra has ties in Pakistan, her family once lived in THIS Pakistani city
Why May 23 is crucial date for Anil Ambani? Reliance Infra is all set to hold...
Neha Bhasin claims Nancy Tyagi copied her Cannes 2025 outfit: 'She did not stitch it...'
Tamil actor Vishal makes his relationship public, to marry this actress on....
'Cricket returns, but the real..': Shubman Gill shares special message for Indian Armed Forces
Meet woman who plays key role in Rs 175000 crore company, daughter of richest man in...
School teacher expelled for teaching Kalma in school during class lesson
Weather update: IMD issues alert, predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorm for these states
DNA TV Show: US rejects 15 mango shipments from India
US' BIG action against Indian travel agencies, imposes visa restrictions due to...