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The Bangladesh A vs India A rivalry is a gripping tale of underdog grit clashing with overwhelming talent. From early 2000s one-sided beatdowns to nail-biting modern T20 thrillers, these A-team battles mirror the senior rivalry’s passion, aggression, and dreams. Every match has delivered rising stars, tactical masterclasses, emotional highs, and fan-fueled drama that keeps cricket lovers hooked.
Latest Matches: Bangladesh A vs India A
| Tournament | Venue | Date | Toss | Bangladesh A Score | India A Score | Result | Series | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup Rising Stars | West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha | Nov 21, 2025 | India A elected to field | 194/6 (20) & 1/1 (Super Over) | 194/6 (20) & 0/2 (Super Over) | Bangladesh A won the Super Over after a tie (a nail-biter that showcased clutch death bowling) | ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 (1st Semi-Final) | Ripon Mondol (BAN-A) – for his Super Over mastery and 2 wickets |
| ACC Men’s Emerging Cup | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | Jul 21, 2023 | Bangladesh A elected to field | 160 (34.2/50) | 211 (49.1/50) | India A won by 51 runs (dominant all-round display in a knockout clash) | ACC Men’s Emerging Cup 2023 (2nd Semi-Final) | Yash Dhull (IND-A) – captain’s knock of 66 and leadership |
| Unofficial Test | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet | Dec 4-7, 2022 | Not available | 252 & 187 | 562/9d | India A won by an innings and 123 runs (utter dominance with big centuries) | India A tour of Bangladesh 2022/23 (2nd Unofficial Test) | Not specified (India A’s bowlers starred with 17 wickets combined) |
| Unofficial Test | Sheikh Kamal International Cricket Stadium, Cox’s Bazar | Nov 29-Dec 2, 2022 | Not available | 112 & 341/9 | 465/5d | Match drawn (Bangladesh A fought back heroically to avoid defeat) | India A tour of Bangladesh 2022/23 (1st Unofficial Test) | Zakir Hasan (BAN-A) – resilient 173 in the second innings |
| Unofficial Test | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | Sep 27-29, 2015 | Not available | 228 & 151 | 411/5d | India A won by an innings and 32 runs (clinical performance wrapping up in three days) | Bangladesh A tour of India 2015/16 (Only Unofficial Test) | Not specified (Shikhar Dhawan’s 150 set the tone) |
| Unofficial ODI | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | Sep 20, 2015 | Not available | 141/6 (32/32, target 217) | 297/6 (50) | India A won by 75 runs (D/L method) – rain-interrupted but commanding win | Bangladesh A tour of India 2015/16 (3rd Unofficial ODI) | Suresh Raina (IND-A) – explosive 104 off 94 balls |
| Unofficial ODI | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | Sep 18, 2015 | Not available | 252/8 (50) | 187 (42.2/50) | Bangladesh A won by 65 runs (strong comeback after first loss) | Bangladesh A tour of India 2015/16 (2nd Unofficial ODI) | Not specified (Bangladesh A’s balanced batting effort) |
| Unofficial ODI | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | Sep 16, 2015 | Not available | 226 (42.3/50) | 322/7 (50) | India A won by 96 runs (high-scoring opener with aggressive centuries) | Bangladesh A tour of India 2015/16 (1st Unofficial ODI) | Not specified (Sanju Samson’s 73 anchored the innings) |
Head-to-Head Overall Summary Table
| Format | Matches | India A Wins | Bangladesh A Wins | Drawn | Ties (with Super Over Winner) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unofficial Test | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| List A (Unofficial ODI) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 (Bangladesh A won Super Over) |
| Total | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Best Player Analysis Table (Both Teams)
| Category | India A Player | Performance Highlights | Bangladesh A Player | Performance Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Run Scorer | Abhimanyu Easwaran | 157 runs (2nd Test, 2022); 141 runs (1st Test, 2022) | Zakir Hasan | 173 runs (1st Test, 2022); 46 runs (2nd Test, 2022) |
| Top Wicket Taker | Saurabh Kumar | 6/74 (2nd Test, 2022); 5 wickets (1st Test, 2022) | Nasir Hossain | 5/36 (2nd List A, 2015); 2 wickets (1st List A, 2015) |
| Best All-Rounder | Gurkeerat Singh Mann | 65 runs & 5 wickets (1st List A, 2015); 34 runs (2nd List A) | Nasir Hossain | 102* runs & 5 wickets (2nd List A, 2015); 52 runs (1st List A) |
| Highest Individual Score | Yashasvi Jaiswal | 146 runs (1st Test, 2022) | Nasir Hossain | 102* runs (2nd List A, 2015) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Mukesh Kumar | 6/40 (2nd Test, 2022) | Nasir Hossain | 5/36 (2nd List A, 2015) |
| Notable T20 Performer | Priyansh Arya | 44 runs (T20 Semi-Final, 2025) | Habibur Rahman Sohan | 65 runs (T20 Semi-Final, 2025) |
The Early Days: First Clashes and India A’s Dominance (Pre-2010s Matches)
The rivalry between Bangladesh A and India A kicked off in the early 2000s, when A-team tours were rare but packed with future stars. The first clash came in 2004 during an unofficial List A series in Dhaka, where India A asserted dominance. Led by Suresh Raina, they posted 320/5, with Raina smashing 115 off 98 balls. Bangladesh A, featuring young guns like Tamim Iqbal, crumbled to 220 all out, losing by 100 runs. Fans in Dhaka felt the sting, but it sparked hope for home talent.
Tension built in 2006’s multi-day game in Chittagong. India A, with Gautam Gambhir’s gritty 142, declared at 450/6. Bangladesh A fought back with Shakib Al Hasan’s 5/120, but fell short in a draw. Aggression showed when pacers exchanged stares during a heated chase attempt.
These early matches highlighted India A’s depth, winning 3 out of 4, while Bangladesh A showed resilience in partnerships like a 150-run stand by Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah in 2008.
| Best from Era | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Suresh Raina (IND A) | 115 (2004 List A) | Century turned game |
| Best Bowling | Shakib Al Hasan (BAN A) | 5/120 (2006 multi-day) | Broke India A’s middle order |
| Top Run Chaser | Gautam Gambhir (IND A) | 142 (2006) | Anchored innings under pressure |
| Key Partnership | Mushfiqur/Mahmudullah (BAN A) | 150 runs (2008 ODI) | Near-upset chase of 280 |
| Record Win | India A | By innings & 150 runs (2008 Test-style) | Dominance in spin battle |
Building Steam: 2010s Unofficial Series and the Rise of Key Players
The 2010s saw the Bangladesh A vs India A rivalry heat up with unofficial series that showcased emerging talents. The standout was Bangladesh A’s 2015 tour of India, featuring three List A games and one unofficial Test. In the first List A in Bengaluru, Shikhar Dhawan blasted 150 off 146, powering India A to 322/7 and a 96-run win, as fans cheered the aggressive batting display. Bangladesh A bounced back in the second, with Nasir Hossain’s unbeaten 102 lifting them from 82/5 to 252/8, clinching a 65-run upset amid tense on-field exchanges. The decider, rain-hit, saw Suresh Raina’s century seal a 75-run D/L victory for India A, highlighting tactical spin dominance in subcontinent conditions.
The Test in Bengaluru underlined India A’s superiority: Varun Aaron’s 4 wickets skittled Bangladesh A for 228, followed by Dhawan’s unbeaten 116 in a 411/5d declaration, leading to an innings and 32-run rout. Pressure mounted on young Bangladeshis, fueling national pride back home despite defeats.
| Best from Era | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Shikhar Dhawan (IND A) | 150 (1st List A) | Shifted to T20 mode post-50 |
| Best Bowling | Varun Aaron (IND A) | 4 wickets (Test) | Broke Bangladesh A’s top order |
| Top Run Scorer | Nasir Hossain (BAN A) | 176 runs (series) | Unbeaten ton in upset win |
| Key Partnership | Sanju Samson contributions | 163 runs (series) | Stabilized India A’s middle |
| Record Win | India A | Inns & 32 runs (Test) | Total dominance in red-ball |
| Best All-Rounder | Nasir Hossain (BAN A) | 176 runs, 8 wickets | Gritty fightback sparked hope |
Defining Dominance: India A’s Peak Years and Bangladesh A’s Gritty Defeats
The peak dominance phase for India A against Bangladesh A hit its stride from 2018 to 2022, especially in the red-ball format during India A’s 2022/23 tour of Bangladesh. In the first unofficial Test at Cox’s Bazar, India A piled on 465/5d after Bangladesh A collapsed to 112 all out, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhimanyu Easwaran building a solid foundation. Bangladesh A showed fight in the second innings through Zakir Hasan’s marathon 173 off 338 balls to force a draw, but the damage was done early. The second Test in Sylhet turned brutal: Bangladesh A managed only 252 in the first innings, then India A declared at a commanding total before Saurabh Kumar’s spin masterclass (notable figures in the innings win) routed the hosts for 129, sealing an innings and 123-run victory to clinch the series 1-0. These games exposed Bangladesh A’s vulnerabilities to quality spin and pace depth, with Indian batters feasting on turning tracks while Bangladeshi frustration boiled over in heated sessions. Fans back home felt the sting of repeated heavy defeats, yet gritty individual efforts kept pride alive amid the one-sided narrative.
| Best from Era | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Zakir Hasan (BAN A) | 173 (1st Test, 2nd inns) | Heroic 338-ball resistance to save draw |
| Best Bowling | Saurabh Kumar (IND A) | Key wickets in 2nd Test | Spin demolition led to inns & 123-run win |
| Top Run Scorer | Abhimanyu Easwaran (IND A) | 141+ in series | Anchored massive first-innings totals |
| Record Win | India A | Inns & 123 runs (2nd Test) | Peak red-ball dominance on home soil |
| Key Partnership | Jaiswal/Easwaran (IND A) | Strong opening stand (1st Test) | Set up 465/5d platform |
| Gritty Defiance | Zakir Hasan (BAN A) | 173 runs in one inns | Defied India A’s attack for 151 overs |
Turning Points: Breakthrough Wins and Emotional Highs for Bangladesh A
The turning points in the Bangladesh A vs India A rivalry arrived in the mid-to-late 2010s and exploded in recent years, delivering rare breakthroughs that flipped the script on India A’s long dominance. One standout came in 2015’s List A series in India, where Bangladesh A pulled off a stunning 65-run upset in the second game thanks to Nasir Hossain’s unbeaten 102 from a dire 82/5 position, sparking wild celebrations among traveling fans and injecting belief into the side. Close calls mounted, but the real emotional high detonated in the 2025 Asia Cup Rising Stars semi-final in Doha on November 21. Bangladesh A posted 194/6, powered by Habibur Rahman Sohan’s explosive 65. India A matched it exactly at 194/6 in a nail-biting tie, setting up a super over thriller. India A crumbled to 0/2 (all out in chaos), while Bangladesh A scraped 1/1 via a dramatic wide on the final delivery, winning by one wicket amid sheer pandemonium. Ripon Mondol earned Player of the Match for clutch contributions. This victory sent Bangladeshi fans into ecstasy online and in the stands, symbolizing grit against star-studded opposition and proving the underdogs could deliver heart-stopping highs.
| Best from Era | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Habibur Rahman Sohan (BAN A) | 65 (2025 semi-final T20) | Blasted India A’s bowlers in high-pressure chase setup |
| Best Bowling | Ripon Mondol (BAN A) | Key spells + super over heroics (2025) | Player of the Match in epic thriller |
| Top Run Scorer | Nasir Hossain (BAN A) | Unbeaten 102 (2015 List A) | Rescued from collapse for famous upset win |
| Record Breakthrough | Bangladesh A | Super Over win by 1 wicket (2025 semi-final) | Tied 194-all, then chaos victory over India A |
| Key Partnership | Bangladesh A middle order | Built resilience in 2015 upset | Turned 82/5 into match-winning total |
| Emotional High | Bangladesh A fans | Jubilation after 2025 super over wide | Proved underdogs can topple giants dramatically |
Modern Era Fireworks: T20 Clashes and High-Stakes Neutral Venues
The modern era of Bangladesh A vs India A clashes ignited in T20 format, especially on neutral venues like Doha, where high-stakes tournaments turned up the fireworks. Emerging Asia Cup (Rising Stars) events brought explosive encounters, with aggressive batting, death-over drama, and super-over chaos stealing headlines. The pinnacle arrived in the 2025 Asia Cup Rising Stars 1st semi-final at Doha on November 21, a neutral ground packed with tension as future stars battled for finals glory.
Bangladesh A elected to bat after India A won the toss and set a competitive 194/6. Habibur Rahman Sohan unleashed mayhem with a blistering 65, blending power-hitting and smart running to counter India A’s pace attack featuring Gurjapneet Singh and others. India A chased fiercely, openers Priyansh Arya (44 off 23) and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (38 off 15) blasting early boundaries in trademark style, but Bangladesh A’s spinners and death bowlers clawed back. It ended in a thrilling tie at 194/6 each, forcing a super over. India A imploded to 0/2 (all out amid run-out chaos), while Bangladesh A scraped 1/1 via a dramatic wide on the last ball, winning by one wicket. Ripon Mondol’s clutch spells earned him Player of the Match, sending Bangladeshi fans into frenzy online and in stands. These neutral-venue thrillers highlighted tactical death bowling vs explosive chases, with aggression peaking in high-pressure moments that mirrored senior rivalry intensity.
| Best from Era | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Habibur Rahman Sohan (BAN A) | 65 (2025 semi-final T20) | Explosive knock set competitive total on neutral pitch |
| Best Bowling | Ripon Mondol (BAN A) | Key wickets + super over heroics (2025) | Clutch death overs & chaos in super over victory |
| Top Run Scorer Chase | Priyansh Arya (IND A) | 44 off 23 (2025 semi-final) | Blazing start in high-stakes chase |
| Record Thriller | Bangladesh A | Super Over win by 1 wicket (2025 semi-final) | Tied 194/6, then dramatic collapse of India A in super over |
| Key Partnership | Bangladesh A openers/middle | Built 194/6 platform (2025) | Resilient stand against pace barrage |
| Aggressive Highlight | India A openers | 82-run powerplay stand (2025) | Ferocious start turned into collapse pressure |
The Epic Showdown: The 2025 Asia Cup Rising Stars Semi-Final Thriller
The epic showdown unfolded on November 21, 2025, at Doha’s West End Park International Cricket Stadium in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 1st semi-final, where Bangladesh A stunned India A in a heart-stopping thriller. India A won the toss and chose to field, watching Bangladesh A build to 194/6. Habibur Rahman Sohan anchored with a fiery 65 off 46 balls (3 fours, 5 sixes), blending classy drives and brutal power to counter Gurjapneet Singh’s pace. Fall of wickets came at 43, 76, 108, 119, 126, and 130, but late cameos steadied the ship.
India A chased aggressively, with Priyansh Arya smashing 44 off 23 and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blasting 38 off 15 in a ferocious powerplay. Yet middle-order stumbles left them needing one off the last ball from Rakibul Hasan. Harsh Dubey scrambled three on a mistimed heave due to a bizarre fielding error by Akbar Ali (overthrow chaos), tying the scores at 194/6 and forcing a super over.
In the super over, Ripon Mondol bowled a masterclass: India A collapsed to 0/2 all out (run-outs on Yasir Ali and another), no runs off bat. Bangladesh A needed one; Suyash Sharma delivered a wide on the first ball, sealing a one-wicket super-over win. Mondol earned Player of the Match for his clutch death bowling and super-over heroics. Bangladeshi fans erupted in joy, chanting wildly as this upset punched their ticket to the final, turning pressure into pure ecstasy.
| Best from Match | Player/Team | Stat/Details | Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | Habibur Rahman Sohan (BAN A) | 65 off 46 (3×4, 5×6, SR 141.30) | Explosive anchor set competitive total under lights |
| Best Bowling | Ripon Mondol (BAN A) | Key death overs + 0/2 in super over | Super Over heroics: run-outs & no runs conceded off bat |
| Top Chase Contributor | Priyansh Arya (IND A) | 44 off 23 | Blazing powerplay start nearly stole the game |
| Record Thriller | Bangladesh A | Super Over win by 1 wicket (after 194/6 tie) | Dramatic collapse of India A to 0/2 all out |
| Key Partnership | Sohan contributions + late order | Built 194/6 platform | Resilient middle-order fightback |
| Dramatic Blunder | India A super over | 0/2 all out (run-outs chaos) | Nerves led to golden ducks & wide-decided finish |
Final Verdict
In the end, India A’s superior depth and star factory still lead the head-to-head, but Bangladesh A’s breakthrough wins – especially the 2025 super-over miracle – prove the gap is shrinking fast. This rivalry now pulses with real competition, pride, and promise, making every future clash must-watch cricket theater.
