India vs Bangladesh: Line-ups, stats and preview

India vs Bangladesh team news

Full-back Ashish Rai and wingers Manvir Singh and Lallianzuala Chhangte remain out after missing India’s win over the Maldives, while Brandon Fernandes was injured during the game.

Defensive midfielder Macarton Nickson, 21, has been called up and could make his debut, while the Blue Tigers have also brought in the experienced Udanta Singh.

Defender Sushanto Tripura and midfielder Papon Singh suffered injuries during Bangladesh’s training camp in Saudi Arabia earlier this month.

Left-sided defender or midfielder Fahamedul Islam, an 18-year-old who plays for Olbia in the highest tier of semi-professional Italian football, will not be involved but was called up to their preliminary squad.

India vs Bangladesh expected lineups

India starting XI: Kaith, Bheke, Bose, Mehtab Singh, Colaco, Suresh Singh, Nickson, Sunil Chhetri, Ayush Chhetri, Mahesh Singh, Valpuia

Bangladesh starting XI: Marma, Faysal, Barman, Ahad, Choudhury, Rana, Ridoy, Kirmine, Morsalin, Hossain, Fahim

How to watch India vs Bangladesh: TV channel, live stream

Kick-off is at 13:30 UK time on Tuesday. The game is not being shown live in the UK, while fans in India can watch on Star Sports 3 and via the JioHotstar app and website.

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