5 Most Memorable India v Bangladesh ODI Encounters

After shocking the fans by defeating Pakistan convincingly in the last Super 4 fixture, Bangladesh made their way to their third consecutive Asia Cup finals. With India already booking a slot in the finals two days ago, the clash between the two neighbouring countries will be a rematch from the finals of the T20 edition of Asia Cup from two years ago. India convincingly defeated Bangladesh then to win their 6th Asia Cup.

However, Bangladesh cricket team has improved leaps and bounds since that encounter and, after making it to the Semi-Finals of the Champions Trophy last year, have discarded the tag of a weak team that stuck with them for many years. India, on the other hand, is easily the best team in the world right now that is capable of defeating any team. Hence, the match promises to be a sensational showdown in the deserts of Dubai.

India and Bangladesh have a very storied history in ODI Cricket, with both teams having won high stakes matches against the other in the past. While India been the dominant side of the two throughout history, Bangladesh has always chipped in now and then with a surprise victory. Ahead of their high voltage clash, here are the 5 most memorable India v Bangladesh ODI encounters.

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#5 Second ODI, India's Tour of Bangladesh 2004 (Dhaka)

This was Bangladesh's first ever ODI win over India.

This was a monumental day for Bangladesh Cricket Team, because this was the first time in International Cricket History that they defeated India. Despite having the status as an ODI team for over 15 years, this was only their third ever win over a Test playing nation, after Pakistan at 1999 Cricket World Cup and Zimbabwe in 2004, but was certainly the one that announced their true arrival into the Big Boys' game.

After losing the first match of India's tour to Bangladesh by just 11 runs, the host were highly motivated to take the challenge to India in the next match. Batting first, Bangladesh had a tough time against the strong Indian bowling, with both Ajit Agarkar and Murali Kartik jolting them with early breakthroughs. A sensible knock of 67 runs from Aftab Ahmed, however, took them to a respectable 229/9 in their 50 overs.

Despite the average target, India started poorly by losing two quick wickets in the first 4 overs. S Sriram and Mohammad Kaif tried to stabilize the inning with gritty knocks of 57 runs and 49 runs respectively, but the trio of Tapash Baisya, Mohammad Rafique and Mashrafe Mortaza took 5 wickets in a span of 5 over to bring an end to their momentum. This ended up producing a big difference as India were all our for just 214, falling 15 runs short of the target.

#4 First Semi-Final, 2017 ICC Champions Trophy (Birmingham)

Bangladesh had no answer to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

The most recent match on this list, this match might not have as much significance as the other matches on this list have but it was certainly one monumental moment for Bangladesh Cricket Team. After reaching the quarterfinals of 2015 World Cup and the final of the Asia Cup in 2016, Bangladesh achieved their highest success when they not only qualified for the 2017 Champions Trophy but also made it to the final four stage.

Waiting for them in the semifinals was the same team that defeated in both the above-mentioned encounters - Defending Champions India. While India was clearly the favourite entering into this all-important clash, no one was ruling out a victory of Bangladesh after their eventful campaign. However, what we got was a complete decimation of the Tigers at the hands of Men in Blue.

Batting first in Birmingham, Bangladesh put on a great show with the bat and posted a total of 264/7 in their 50 overs on the back of twin fifties by Tamim Iqbal and Mushfiqur Rahim. However, the Indian trio of Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli made a mockery of the total by playing knocks of 124 runs, 46 runs and 96 runs to take India past the target in just 40 overs and bring an end to Bangladesh's fairytale run in the tournament.

#3 Second ODI, India's Tour of Bangladesh 2014 (Dhaka)

Stuart Binny registered the best figures by an Indian Bowler.

Has there ever been such a low scoring ODI match that has witnessed the highs and lows that this infamous match from 2014 did? I mean, how often have we seen a team bowl out the opposition for a total just over 100 runs and still lost the match by almost 50 runs. This was easily the lowest point of Bangladesh Cricket's recent history, and the man responsible for all this was none other than Stuart Binny.

After winning the opening match of the series despite playing with their B-Team, the Indians were high on hope of sealing the series in this match. However, their hope took a huge blow as soon as the match started. After being put to bat first, India lost Ajinkya Rahane in the first over, and this triggered a huge collapse for them. Taskin Ahmad took a 5-wicket haul to bundle India down for just 105 in 25.4 overs.

The big twist, however, came after the break. What seemed like an easy cake walk soon turned into Bangladesh's worst nightmare. After scalping Tamim Iqbal's wicket in the very first over, the Indian bowling duo of Mohit Sharma and Stuart Binny made life a living hell for Bangladeshi batsmen. While Mohit Sharma played his part and took 4 wickets, the man of the hour was Stuart Binny. His record-breaking scalp of 6/4 played a major role in bundling Bangladesh out for just 58 in 17.4 overs, giving India a 47 run win.

#2 Group Stage, 2011 Cricket World Cup (Dhaka)

India made a phenomenal start to their Winning Campaign

It is rightfully said that Revenge is a dish best served cold. Well, this match was India's way of taking revenge from Bangladesh from some humiliating incident four years prior in the best possible way. In the first match of their now victorious campaign at the 2011 World Cup, India were up against neighbours and co-host Bangladesh in their own Backyard at Dhaka.

India had entered the World Cup with a lot of momentum on their back a memorable 2010 season. However, since the match was taking place on Bangladeshi soil, there was a high chance of seeing an unexpected upset on the very first night of the tournament. However, some exceptional batting from Delhi Boys Virender Sehwag and Virat Kohli made sure that India convincingly reigned supreme in their tournament opener.

Virender Sehwag, in particular, played the best ODI inning of his career. Scoring 175 runs and assisted well by Virat Kohli, who too scored a century, Sehwag decimated the entire Bangladeshi bowling attack and took India to a mammoth total of 370/4 in 50 overs. Both Tamim Iqbal and Shakib al Hasan tried very hard to keep Bangladesh in the game with vital fifties, but the target was too much for the Tigers as they only managed 283/9 and lost the opening match by 87 runs.

#1 Group Match, 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup (Port of Spain)

One of the most shocking defeats in World Cup history.

If you've been a fan of the Indian cricket team for more than 10 years, then this moment will certainly be the most disappointing cricketing moment in your history. Not only did this match end India's campaign in the 2007 Cricket World Cup, but the aftermath of this defeat also initiated a passing of torch moment in India cricket and changed the whole landscape of Indian Cricket. For Bangladesh, it was a coming-of-age moment in cricket.

It was after this match that cricket teams and fans all over the world started taking Bangladesh seriously as they caused one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history. India was one of the pre-World Cup favourites to win the cup, but this defeat to Bangladesh in their opening fixture not only put a dent on their chances, it initiated one of the biggest exits that World Cup had ever seen.

Batting first in Port of Spain, India consistently lost wickets in the early goings until an 85 runs 5th wicket partnership between Sourav Ganguly(66) and Yuvraj Singh(47) took them to 157/4. At this point, another mini-collapse was triggered and the Indian inning folded for just 191 in 49.3 overs. The Bangladeshi chase didn't start in the best possible way, but a trio of fifties by Tamim, Shakib and Mushfiqur Rahim kept the scoreboard ticking and took them past the target with 5 wickets and 9 balls to spare, handing India a humiliating WC defeat.