The rivalry between India and Bangladesh has become one of the most anticipated clashes in the world of cricket. Both teams have faced off in numerous matches across various formats, but their One Day International (ODI) encounters in ICC Men’s events have been especially notable. Here’s a detailed timeline of their ODI results from 2010 to 2024.
2010-2011: Dominance by India
The early part of the 2010s saw India dominate their ODI clashes against Bangladesh. India won three matches convincingly in 2010 and 2011, including a significant 87-run victory during the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011.
- 7 January 2010 – India won by 6 wickets (Mirpur)
- 11 January 2010 – India won by 6 wickets (Mirpur)
- 16 June 2010 – India won by 6 wickets (Dambulla)
- 19 February 2011 – India won by 87 runs (Mirpur) – ICC World Cup 2011
2012-2015: Bangladesh’s Emergence
The tide began to turn as Bangladesh emerged as a competitive side. In 2012, Bangladesh secured a 5-wicket victory in Mirpur, signaling their growing strength. They continued this momentum in 2015, winning an ODI series against India, which included a commanding 79-run victory.
- 16 March 2012 – Bangladesh won by 5 wickets (Mirpur)
- 26 February 2014 – India won by 6 wickets (Fatullah)
- 15 June 2014 – India won by 7 wickets (Mirpur)
- 17 June 2014 – India won by 47 runs (Mirpur)
- 19 June 2014 – No result (Mirpur)
- 18 June 2015 – Bangladesh won by 79 runs (Mirpur)
- 21 June 2015 – Bangladesh won by 6 wickets (Mirpur)
- 24 June 2015 – India won by 77 runs (Mirpur)
2015 ICC World Cup: Knockout Stage
India and Bangladesh faced off in the quarterfinals of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2015. India put up a dominant performance, winning by 109 runs and advancing to the semifinals.
- 19 March 2015 – India won by 109 runs (Melbourne)
2016-2019: India’s Continued Superiority in ICC Events
During this period, India remained dominant in their encounters with Bangladesh, especially in major ICC tournaments. India won crucial matches during the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019.
- 15 June 2017 – India won by 9 wickets (Birmingham) – ICC Champions Trophy 2017
- 28 September 2018 – India won by 3 wickets (Dubai) – Asia Cup 2018
- 02 July 2019 – India won by 28 runs (Birmingham) – ICC World Cup 2019
2022-2023: Bangladesh Upsets India
The 2022-2023 period saw Bangladesh register significant victories over India, particularly in home conditions. They clinched a thrilling 1-wicket win and a 5-run win during India’s tour of Bangladesh in 2022.
- 07 December 2022 – Bangladesh won by 5 runs (Mirpur)
- 04 December 2022 – Bangladesh won by 1 wicket (Mirpur)
- 10 December 2022 – India won by 227 runs (Chattogram)
- 15 September 2023 – Bangladesh won by 6 runs (Colombo)
2023 ICC World Cup
In the ongoing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, India maintained their dominance, defeating Bangladesh by 7 wickets in a crucial encounter held in Pune.
- 19 October 2023 – India won by 7 wickets (Pune)
Key Moments in the Rivalry
- Bangladesh’s breakthrough – The 2015 ODI series win marked a new chapter in Bangladesh’s cricket history, showing they could challenge cricketing powerhouses like India.
- 2015 World Cup Quarterfinal – India’s 109-run victory in Melbourne confirmed their dominance on the biggest stage.
- Home Advantage – Bangladesh’s wins in Mirpur (2012, 2015, 2022) demonstrate how they have used home conditions to trouble India.
- Recent Encounters – Bangladesh’s victories in 2022, and their close 6-run win in Colombo in 2023, suggest that the rivalry is becoming more balanced, with Bangladesh posing a more serious challenge.
Scorecards Overview (2010-2024)
2015 ICC World Cup – India vs Bangladesh (Quarterfinals)
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| India | 302/6 (50 overs) |
| Bangladesh | 193 all out (45 overs) |
| India won by 109 runs |
2023 ICC World Cup – India vs Bangladesh (Pune)
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 256/8 (50 overs) |
| India | 261/3 (41.3 overs) |
| India won by 7 wickets |
Conclusion
From India’s dominance in the early 2010s to Bangladesh’s rise as a competitive force in the mid-2010s, the rivalry between these two teams has evolved into a fascinating contest. The close matches in recent years, particularly in Bangladesh, indicate that future encounters will only become more intense. As both teams continue to grow and evolve, their rivalry in ICC Men’s tournaments will remain one to watch for cricket fans worldwide.
