Representative image showing a cricket bat and ball.Photo: AP Representative image showing a cricket bat and ball.Photo: AP Rangpur Riders claimed a decisive 40-run victory against Dhaka Capitals in the second match of the Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka on Monday. (More Cricket News)
jiliko slotThe match started with Dhaka Capital winning the toss and opting to bowl first against Rangpur Riders.
Riders posted a competitive total of 191/6, with crucial contributions from their top order, setting a challenging target for the opposition.
Khushdil Shah was the standout performer for Rangpur Riders, playing a crucial all-round role. With the ball, he took 2 wickets for just 15 runs off 2 overs, and with the bat, he remained unbeaten on 46* off 23 balls, guiding his team to a competitive score.
His contribution earned him the Player of the Match award.
In their chase, Dhaka Capitals fought hard but ultimately fell short, ending their innings at 151-9. Despite the efforts of Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan, who battled through the overs, they couldn’t quite reach the target set by the Riders.
Rangpur’s bowlers played a significant role in their victory. Shah’s disciplined bowling and Mahedi Hasan’s clever tactics ensured the Riders maintained constant pressure throughout the innings.ph dream