Watch: Shubman Gill stuns Rohit Sharma with brilliant six
Indian opening batsman and vice-captain Shubman Gill delivered an extraordinary moment during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against Bangladesh on Thursday, February 20. Gill hit a stunning six that captivated the audience and left his captain, Rohit Sharma, in sheer awe.
The incredible shot came off a Bangladesh bowler at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, showcasing Gill’s brilliant timing and power. The ball sailed over the boundary with remarkable ease, drawing loud cheers from the crowd and admiration from his teammates. Rohit Sharma, who has seen countless cricketing feats, couldn’t help but express his amazement at Gill’s clean strike. His reaction was a testament to the quality of the shot, as even seasoned cricketers like Rohit were left impressed by the execution.
Gill’s shot not only entertained the fans but also played a key role in maintaining India’s strong position in the match. It highlighted the young star’s ability to perform under pressure in major tournaments. His partnership with Rohit Sharma in the opening was crucial for India, and this breathtaking six added to the growing reputation of Shubman Gill as one of the most talented and promising players in Indian cricket.
Bangladesh’s last ODI victory over India came in the Asia Cup 2023
On September 15, 2023, Bangladesh pulled off a memorable 6-run victory over India in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup, held in Colombo. Although it was a dead rubber match with India already securing their spot in the final, the victory was still significant for Bangladesh.
Batting first after being invited by India, Bangladesh faced an early collapse as their top-order struggled, leaving them at a precarious 59 for 4. However, Shakib Al Hasan and Towhid Hridoy came to the rescue, producing a brilliant partnership that turned the game around. Shakib’s composed knock of 80 runs off 85 balls, along with Hridoy’s patient 54 off 81 balls, steadied the innings and helped Bangladesh recover from the initial setbacks. Additionally, late contributions from Nasum Ahmed (44) and Mahedi Hasan (29*) ensured Bangladesh posted a competitive total of 265/8, a total that would put pressure on India’s chase.
When Bangladesh turned to bowl, they executed their plans to perfection. Debutant pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib made an immediate impact by dismissing Rohit Sharma for a duck and Tilak Varma for just 5 runs, leaving India in a tough spot at 17 for 2.
Despite the early setbacks, Shubman Gill showed remarkable resilience, playing a brilliant knock of 121 runs off 133 balls. His innings kept India in the hunt, but Bangladesh’s bowlers continued to strike at regular intervals, maintaining control of the game. Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, and Mustafizur Rahman each contributed with key wickets, further applying pressure on the Indian batsmen.
Axar Patel’s late flurry, where he scored a quick-fire 42 runs off 34 balls, gave India a glimmer of hope, but Bangladesh’s bowlers held their composure and managed to bowl India out for 259 runs in 49.5 overs. This tight finish allowed Bangladesh to secure a thrilling 6-run victory, leaving them with a memorable win over one of the tournament’s favorites.
