India vs Maldives live streaming: The returning Sunil Chhetri will be the cynosure of all eyes as India face Maldives in an international friendly in Shillong on Wednesday, the match serving as a dress rehearsal for the all-important AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh at the same venue in less than a week's time. The 40-year-old Chhetri came out of his international retirement earlier this month to help the team successfully navigate the qualifiers for the continent's top football tournament, starting with the March 25 clash.
The preparatory match for Manolo Marquez's side marks a historic moment as the Blue Tigers will play in the football-crazy hill town for the first time. It will also be India's all-time top scorer Chhetri's first match since announcing his return to international football.
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The Indian team are so far winless under new head coach Manolo Marquez with the side ending the year with a 1-1 stalemate against Malaysia in November in Hyderabad. In fact the team failed to win a single match last year and would aim to start 2025 on a promising note.
Meanwhile, Chhetri had earlier hung his boots in June 2024 after a glorious international career after making his India debut in 2005. But he showed he remains a force to reckon with, in the 2024-25 ISL which has turned out to be Chhteri's most prolific season. He has scored 12 goals from 24 matches to be the second highest scorer overall and highest among Indians.
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When is India vs Maldives international friendly?
The India vs Maldives international friendly will take place on March 19 (Wednesday).
Where is India vs Maldives international friendly?
The India vs Maldives international friendly will be played at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong.
What time does India vs Maldives international friendly kick-off?
The kick-off for the India vs Maldives international friendly is at 7:00 pm IST.
Which TV channels will broadcast India vs Maldives international friendly?
The India vs Maldives international friendly can be watched live on the Star Sports network.
Where can I catch the live streaming of India vs Maldives international friendly?
The live streaming of India vs Maldives international friendly will be available on JioHotstar app and website.
-with PTI inputs
