India, Feb. 13 -- Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has laid down the marker ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy, stating that his side are going to the tournament with the intention of winning it. Bangladesh start their tournament with a match against India in Dubai.

Bangladesh have played five series since the 2023 World Cup and won just one of them - against Sri Lanka at home in March last year. "We are going to the Champions Trophy to become champions," Shanto said. Since 2023, Bangladesh have lost 24 out of the 41 matches they've played, which includes series losses against Afghanistan and West Indies. Shanto however said that all teams playing in the Champions Trophy have a chance at winning the title.

"All eight teams deser...