Bangladesh’s wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali stole the spotlight in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with his incredible performance against India at the Dubai International Stadium. He celebrated his half-century in the famous Pushpa style, a moment that quickly went viral on social media.
- Jaker Ali scored a fighting 50 off 87 balls.
- He walked in at 35/5 and survived a hat-trick ball.
- His Pushpa-style celebration delighted fans and teammates.
- India’s bowlers dominated Bangladesh’s top order.
India’s Early Domination
After winning the toss, Najmul Hossain Shanto chose to bat first. However, India’s bowlers took control early in the game.
- Mohammed Shami and Harshit Rana dismissed Soumya Sarkar and Shanto in their first over.
- Axar Patel removed Tanzid Tamim and Mushfiqur Rahim.
- Bangladesh crumbled to 35/5 within a few overs.
Jaker Ali’s Gritty Knock
Walking in at a critical moment, Jaker Ali showed immense resilience. He played a steady knock, reaching his 50 in the 36th over. His innings gave Bangladesh hope against the strong Indian bowling attack.
- He survived a hat-trick ball from Axar Patel.
- Rohit Sharma dropped a crucial catch, allowing Jaker to continue.
- He built a 100-run partnership with Towhid Hridoy.
The Viral Celebration
After reaching his half-century, Jaker Ali performed the iconic Pushpa celebration, inspired by Allu Arjun’s movie. His teammates cheered as the video spread rapidly across social media.
Bangladesh player Jaker Ali celebraters his 50 in Pushpa style.
— Mad Max (@madmaxtweetz) February 20, 2025
Pushpa mania everywhere 🔥🔥#IndvsBan #AlluArjun #Pushpa2 pic.twitter.com/q7tXfaiCC8
India’s Bowling Strength
While Jaker Ali put up a fight, India’s bowlers remained dominant.
- Shami took 3 wickets, including Jaker’s wicket at 68 runs off 114 balls.
- Axar Patel and Rana contributed to Bangladesh’s early collapse.
India’s History in Champions Trophy
India has a strong history in the Champions Trophy. They were finalists in 2017, but lost to Pakistan by 180 runs. With their current form, they are strong contenders for the 2025 title.
Bangladesh’s Road Ahead
Despite early struggles, Bangladesh showed resilience. If they continue to fight, they could still make an impact in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Match Summary
| Key Player | Performance |
|---|---|
| Jaker Ali | 68 runs (114 balls) |
| Mohammed Shami | 3 wickets |
| Axar Patel | 2 wickets |
| Towhid Hridoy | 50+ partnership |
The IND vs BAN clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was packed with action. Jaker Ali’s Pushpa celebration, India’s bowling attack, and a thrilling contest made it a must-watch.
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