India will face Bangladesh in ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC), 2019 in the match no 40. Bangladesh cricket team has evolved over the years significantly such that they beating top sides no longer is considered a shock. They face India in a must-win game in Edgbaston, a side they famously beat back in 2007 in West Indies. The Tigers have shown tremendous maturity with the bat while their fielding has looked sharp too. Opponents India were outplayed by England in the last game and since their qualification to semis are still not sure, they will come hard at Bangladesh which sets up for a fascinating clash. So who are the players to watch out for in the ties, let us have a quick look on Rohit Sharma, Shakib Al Hasan and other cricketers to watch out for. Bangladesh vs India Cricket Score 40th ODI Match.

1. Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma During IND vs ENG Game (Photo Credits: Getty Images)

Opener Rohit Sharma became the first Indian player after Sourav Ganguly to score three centuries in a World Cup. The Mumbai lad has been in tremendous form and it will not be a surprise if he gets another ton against Bangladesh, a side he loves to play against in big tournament. The two games he has failed to score big, India has struggled to get to a big total which highlights his importance. IND vs BAN Head-to-Head Record: Ahead of ICC CWC 2019 Clash, Here Are Match Results of Last 5 India vs Bangladesh Encounters!

2. Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli (Photo Credits: IANS)

The Indian skipper has scored five centuries in a row but a century has eluded him so far. His dismissal against England hurt India pretty badly as they lost momentum at a crucial juncture. Virat Kohli will be looking to continue his golden run with the bat against a Bangladesh side that does have quality bowlers. IND vs BAN, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Jasprit Bumrah vs Tamim Iqbal and Other Exciting Mini Battles to Watch Out for at Edgbaston Cricket Ground.

3. MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni (Photo Credits: Getty Images)

After an atrocious inning with the bat against England where he showed little intent to win the game, all eyes will be on veteran MS Dhoni. There have been calls to drop him but that looks highly unlikely. Given the stature of the player and what he has done over the years, be rest assured a response is coming from the great man.

4. Shakib Al Hasan

Shakib Al Hasan. (Photo Credits: Getty Images)

Bangladesh talisman Shakib Al Hasan has shown in the tournament so far as why he is considered the best in the business when it comes to the all-round display. He is pivotal in the Bangladesh middle order and a wicket-taking option throughout his ten over spell. India will have to do well to keep Shakib quite in the game.

5. Mustafizur Rehman

Mustafizur Rahman (Photo Credits: Getty Images)

Mustafizur Rehman has an important battle to win against Rohit Sharma as he cannot afford to let the opener dominate early on. If he finds his rhythm form the onset, Indian will struggle. With 10 wickets in the campaign so far, Rehman knows he needs to be a bit high in the wicket’s column.

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Edgbaston has been a batting paradise over the years and the side winning the toss should have little hesitation in batting first. If Bangladesh can put a decent total on board, we might have a very good game on our hands.

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