As If They’re Incredible…”: Virender Sehwag Mocks Bangladesh Cricket Again After India Win

India romped to a victory by six wickets against Bangladesh in their opening game of the Champions Trophy 2025, thanks to a stellar five-wicket haul by Mohammed Shami and a century by Shubman Gill. Despite being in control for the most part, India faced a brief period of concern when they lost three wickets within the span of 32 runs.

### Sehwag’s Bold Remarks

However, former India cricketer Virender Sehwag dismissed any fears, asserting that Bangladesh isn’t an opponent capable of threatening India. Speaking on Cricbuzz after the match, Sehwag remarked, “I don’t think there would have been any tension among the fans. It’s Bangladesh. You guys have made me praise them so much as if they are an incredible team. It’s Bangladesh, not Australia or Pakistan, who could cause something unpredictable. I don’t think there would have been even one percent of fear in the hearts of any fan during that match.”

### Match Summary

Bangladesh was struggling at 35/5 while batting first against India but managed to recover to a total of 228, thanks to a century by Towhid Hridoy and a fifty by Jaker Ali (68). In response, India looked in control from the start, with captain Rohit Sharma providing a blistering opening by scoring 41 off 36 balls.

Despite the loss of Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and Axar Patel in the middle overs, reducing India from 112/1 to 144/4, Shubman Gill’s masterful century helped steer India to victory. Sehwag commented, “It was a very easy game. Got there with almost four overs to spare. Gill was composed, playing slowly. Had Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli or Shreyas Iyer stayed on the crease for longer, I could see this match getting over in 35 overs also.”

### Historical Context

Sehwag’s remarks are consistent with his history of poking fun at Bangladesh cricket. In 2010, ahead of a Test against Bangladesh at Chittagong, Sehwag famously labeled them an “ordinary side,” drawing criticism for his comments. Bangladesh reached the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy in 2017, where they were defeated by India, who subsequently lost to Pakistan in the final.

### Looking Ahead

India’s next Champions Trophy 2025 fixture is set against arch-rivals Pakistan on February 23. With the team’s strong performance in the opening game, fans are eagerly anticipating another thrilling encounter.