BPL 2024: Top-of-the-Table Clash as Chattogram Challengers Challenge Rangpur Riders
Dhaka, February 10: The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) heats up as second-placed Chattogram Challengers (CCH) lock horns with table-toppers Rangpur Riders (RAN) in a pivotal Match 27 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium on Saturday.
CCH in Form, Riding High: Buoyed by their 16-run victory over Fortune Barishal, Chattogram Challengers sit comfortably in second with five wins in seven matches. Shahadat Hossain and Avishka Fernando are in prime batting form, while experienced bowlers like Bilal Khan and Al-Amin Hossain lead the attack.
RAN on a Roll: Rangpur Riders have been dominant, winning four consecutive matches. Skipper Shakib Al Hasan is in blistering form with both bat and ball, ably supported by the explosive Rony Talukdar and experienced campaigners like Mohammad Nabi and Nurul Hasan.
A Mouthwatering Contest: With both teams vying for the top spot, this encounter promises to be a thriller. The Shere Bangla National Stadium’s batting-friendly pitch could see a high-scoring contest, but the recent trend favors chasing teams.
Match Details:
- Date and Time: Saturday, February 10, 1:00 PM (IST)
- Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
- Live Streaming: FanCode app or website
Probable Playing XIs:
- Chattogram Challengers: Josh Brown, Tanzid Hasan, Tom Bruce, Shahadat Hossain, Najibullah Zadran, Shykat Ali, Shuvagata Hom (c), Nihaduzzaman, Shohidul Islam, Al-Amin Hossain, Bilal Khan
- Rangpur Riders: Michael Rippon, Rony Talukdar, Fazle Mahmud, Shakib Al Hasan, Nurul Hasan (c & wk), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Salman Irshad, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Hasan Mahmud
Key Players to Watch:
- Chattogram Challengers: Avishka Fernando (leading run-scorer)
- Rangpur Riders: Shakib Al Hasan (all-rounder)
Prediction: A close contest is expected, but Rangpur Riders’ current form and experience might give them a slight edge.
