The Bangladesh Premier League 2025 heads to Sylhet after eight exciting matches at the Shere Bangla National Stadium. Both Fortune Barishal and Durbar Rajshahi will be eager to turn their fortunes around as they face off at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. Barishal has had an inconsistent start with one win and a loss in two games, while Rajshahi has managed only one victory in three matches and is looking for consistency.
Match Details
Fixture | Fortune Barishal vs Durbar Rajshahi |
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Date | January 6, 2025 |
Time | 7:00 PM IST |
Venue | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium |
Teams Preview
Fortune Barishal Preview
Fortune Barishal comes into this match after a disappointing loss in their last outing, where they were bundled out for just 124 runs. Their batting has shown promise but lacks consistency.
Tamim Iqbal and Najmul Hossain Shanto form a strong opening pair, but both need to step up after subpar performances. Kyle Mayers and Towhid Hridoy are capable of explosive batting, but they too must find rhythm. The experienced middle order, featuring Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah, will play a key role in stabilizing the innings.
The bowling department looks well-rounded with Shaheen Afridi and Kyle Mayers leading the pace attack. Mohammad Nabi and Tanvir Islam will handle the spin duties, offering Barishal a balanced attack.
Key Players: Tamim Iqbal, Mahmudullah, Shaheen Afridi
Fortune Barishal Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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Tamim Iqbal (c) | Batter |
Najmul Hossain Shanto | Batter |
Towhid Hridoy | Batter |
Kyle Mayers | All-rounder |
Mushfiqur Rahim (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Mahmudullah | All-rounder |
Mohammad Nabi | All-rounder |
Faheem Ashraf | All-rounder |
Shaheen Afridi | Bowler |
Tanvir Islam | Bowler |
Iqbal Hossain Emon | Bowler |
Durbar Rajshahi Preview
Durbar Rajshahi has struggled with consistency. While their middle order, featuring Anamul Haque, Yasir Ali, and Ryan Burl, has delivered in patches, their top order hasn’t clicked yet.
Mohammad Haris at the top provides aggression but needs to convert starts into significant scores. The bowling unit, led by Taskin Ahmed, has been effective but requires better support from the other bowlers, especially in the middle overs. Sohag Gazi and Ryan Burl will be crucial in controlling the game with spin, while Shafiul Islam needs to improve his economy.
Rajshahi’s reliance on its middle order is a double-edged sword; if it fails, the team often struggles to put up a competitive total or chase targets.
Key Players: Anamul Haque, Ryan Burl, Taskin Ahmed
Durbar Rajshahi Predicted Playing XI:
Player | Role |
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Mohammad Haris | Batter |
Anamul Haque (c) | Batter |
Akbar Ali (wk) | Wicketkeeper |
Ryan Burl | All-rounder |
Yasir Ali | Batter |
Sabbir Hossain | Batter |
Sohag Gazi | All-rounder |
Hasan Murad | Bowler |
Mohor Sheikh | Bowler |
Shafiul Islam | Bowler |
Taskin Ahmed | Bowler |
Fantasy Team XI
Position | Player |
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Captain | Kyle Mayers |
Vice-Captain | Ryan Burl |
Batsmen | Tamim Iqbal, Yasir Ali, Anamul Haque |
All-rounders | Kyle Mayers, Ryan Burl, Mahmudullah |
Wicketkeeper | Mushfiqur Rahim |
Bowlers | Shaheen Afridi, Taskin Ahmed, Shafiul Islam, Tanvir Islam |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium pitch offers assistance to bowlers, particularly pacers. The surface tends to be slow, making it challenging for batters to score freely. Spinners might come into play in the middle overs, exploiting the variable bounce.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 131
- Best Chasing Total: 132
Toss Prediction: Bat First
Both teams may look to bat first to set a target and take advantage of the conditions, which become more challenging for batters under lights.
Weather Conditions
Sylhet is expected to have clear skies with no rain interruptions. Temperatures will hover around 19-27°C, making it ideal for cricket.
Winning Prediction
Both teams come into this match with a point to prove, but Fortune Barishal’s depth in batting and a more balanced bowling unit give them the edge. Rajshahi will rely heavily on their middle order and Taskin Ahmed to pose a challenge.
Prediction: Fortune Barishal to win!
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